September weather forecastPotrero, Philippines

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a tropical month in Potrero, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°C (86.7°F) and 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Temperature

The arrival of September brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), nearly identical to August's 30.3°C (86.5°F). The temperature in Potrero, Philippines, dips to an average of 24.7°C (76.5°F) during September nights.

Heat index

In September, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Potrero, in September, it is raining for 20.9 days, with typically 89mm (3.5") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Potrero, there are 154.4 rainfall days, and 557mm (21.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September in Potrero is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 5:46 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Potrero, the average sunshine in September is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in September, converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.