September weather forecastSanto Domingo, Panama

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Santo Domingo, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

September brings a marginal elevation to a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F) from August's 29.6°C (85.3°F) in Santo Domingo's average high-temperatures. Santo Domingo throughout September, records an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

For most parts of September, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July through October, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Santo Domingo, in September, it is raining for 29.5 days, with typically 262mm (10.31") of accumulated precipitation. In Santo Domingo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.3 days and collects up to 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Santo Domingo, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of September in Santo Domingo, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:12 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Santo Domingo, Panama, is 7.4h.

UV index

January through June and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Santo Domingo. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In September, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.