September weather forecast
Swakopmund, Namibia

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Weather in September

September is considered a spring month in Swakopmund. The weather slowly begins warming up and it sees the highest wind speeds in the year, peaking at 16.9km/h (10.5mph). Sea temperatures slightly rise making it pleasant for water activities. The sunny days of winter make way for a bit more cloud coverage but the amount of sunshine remains abundant.

Temperature

September and October, with an average high-temperature of 20°C (68°F), are marked as the coldest months in Swakopmund.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity in Swakopmund is 68%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall in Swakopmund are January through May, September through December. September is the first month it rains. Throughout September, in the average 1.1 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Swakopmund, there are 24.7 rainfall days, and 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In September, the average sea temperature in Swakopmund is 13.8°C (56.8°F).
Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) in 13.8°C (56.8°F) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 13°C (55.4°F) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:00 CAT.

Sunshine

August through December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Swakopmund. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in September leads to these recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Swakopmund?

September and October mark Swakopmund's lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 20°C (68°F).

What is the average September temperature in Swakopmund?

During September, Swakopmund experiences an average high-temperature of 20°C (68°F) and a low-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F).

What is the average humidity in September in Swakopmund?

In September, the average relative humidity in Swakopmund, Namibia, is 68%.

When does it start to rain in Swakopmund?

September is the first month it rains. Throughout September, in the average 1.1 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

How cold is the water in September in Swakopmund?

In Swakopmund, Namibia, in September, the average water temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F). Swimming in 13.8°C (56.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Swakopmund have in September?

In September, the average day length in Swakopmund, Namibia, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Swakopmund?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, in Swakopmund, Namibia, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:00 CAT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Swakopmund?

August through December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Swakopmund have in September?

The average sunshine duration in September in Swakopmund is 9.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Swakopmund?

May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Swakopmund, Namibia.

What is the UV index reading in September in Swakopmund?

In Swakopmund, Namibia, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average temperature in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in September: 20°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are September and October (20°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 14°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (19.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (14°C).

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Average pressure in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average pressure in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average pressure in September: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average wind speed in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in September: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (14.3km/h).

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Average humidity in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average humidity in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average humidity in September: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

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Average rainfall in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average rainfall in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in September: 1mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average rainfall days in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in September: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average sea temperature in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average sea temperature in September: 13.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.6°C).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average sunshine days in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in September: 28.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (22.6 days).

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Average UV index in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average UV index in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average cloud cover in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in September: 7

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 17).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in September
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average visibility in September - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • 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).

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