September weather forecastMafeteng, Lesotho

September

Weather in September

September graces Mafeteng with a significant improvement in weather. Day-time temperatures rise, the days are sunnier, and rainfall begins to increase, offering a refreshing change. This month stands out for its low relative humidity of 33%, providing crisp and comfortable climatic conditions. Gradual changes are measured as temperatures rise and rainfall increases, setting a gentle transition into October. This period promotes outdoor activities and exploring the city areas.

Temperature

Mafeteng's weather in September shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from August's comfortable 18.2°C (64.8°F) to an agreeable 22.3°C (72.1°F). Compared to daytime temperatures, Mafeteng's temperature drops significantly, averaging a frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F) during the nights of September.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 33%, September is the least humid month in Mafeteng.

Rainfall

In September, in Mafeteng, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout September, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mafeteng, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 417mm (16.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, July through December are months without snowfall in Mafeteng, Lesotho.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September in Mafeteng is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:11 SAST.

Sunshine

In Mafeteng, the average sunshine in September is 9.5h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in September leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

Mafeteng in September has an average high-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).

With an average relative humidity of 33%, September is the least humid month in Mafeteng, Lesotho.

The average relative humidity in September in Mafeteng, Lesotho, is 33%.

In Mafeteng, Lesotho, in September, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation.

In Mafeteng, snow does not fall in January through May, July through December.

The average day length in September in Mafeteng is 11h and 55min.

On the first day of September in Mafeteng, Lesotho, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:11 SAST.

The average sunshine duration in September in Mafeteng, Lesotho, is 9.5h.

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average high temperature in September: 22.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 8.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.1°C).

Average pressure in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average pressure in September: 1018.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average wind speed in September: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average humidity in September: 33%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

Average rainfall in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average rainfall in September: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (6mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average rainfall days in September: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3 days).

Average snowfall in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average snowfall in September: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average daylight in September: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average sunshine days in September: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.4 days).

Average UV index in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average cloud cover in September: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in September
Mafeteng, Lesotho

  • Average visibility in September: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).