September weather forecastAku, Nigeria

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Aku, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

September notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.4°C (83.1°F), subtly differing from August's 27.5°C (81.5°F). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F) in September.

Heat index

In September, the average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Aku, the average relative humidity in September is 88%.

Rainfall

In Aku, in September, during 28.8 rainfall days, 199mm (7.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 227.8 rainfall days, and 1234mm (48.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Aku, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:22 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 5.8h.

UV index

In Aku, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In September, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.