September weather forecastOwerri, Nigeria

September

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Owerri, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F) and an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

Owerri ushers in September with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. The temperature in Owerri, Nigeria, dips to an average of 22.5°C (72.5°F) during September nights.

Heat index

The heat index for September is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July and September, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

September is the month with the most rainfall in Owerri. Rain falls for 29.7 days and accumulates 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Owerri, Nigeria, is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Owerri is 5h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in September translates into the following instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

September temperatures in Owerri vary between a high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and a low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 36°C (96.8°F).

July and September, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Owerri, Nigeria.

In Owerri, Nigeria, the average relative humidity in September is 89%.

The month with the most rainfall in Owerri is September, when the rain falls for 29.7 days and typically aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.

In Owerri, in September, during 29.7 rainfall days, 217mm (8.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in September in Owerri is 12h and 9min.

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, in Owerri, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in September in Owerri is 5h.

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Owerri, Nigeria, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average high temperature in September: 28.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (36°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, July and August (22.3°C).

Average pressure in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average pressure in September: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average wind speed in September: 6.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average humidity in September: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (53%).

Average rainfall in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall in September: 217mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (217mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (10mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall days in September: 29.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.6 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average sunshine days in September: 0.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (0.1 days).

Average UV index in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average UV index in September: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average cloud cover in September: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in September
Owerri, Nigeria

  • Average visibility in September: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6km).