September weather forecastTacloban City, Philippines

Weather in September

September's weather represents a steady continuation of the prominent climate pattern seen in Tacloban City. With temperatures returning towards their annual average and rainfall becoming less intense, the weather becomes slightly milder. Given the increased cloud cover, the city records a drop in sunshine hours, yet daylight remains relatively consistent. Although the gentle winds linger, they create a soothing ambiance.

Temperature

The shift to September in Tacloban City signals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), subtly varied from August's 31.2°C (88.2°F). During the month of September, the nighttime temperature in Tacloban City, Philippines, falls to an average of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Heat index

September's heat index is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Tacloban City is 82%.

Rainfall

In Tacloban City, Philippines, during September, the rain falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation. In Tacloban City, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 241.3 days and collects up to 855mm (33.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Tacloban City, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of September in Tacloban City, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 5:31 pm PST.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Tacloban City is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tacloban City, Philippines, are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in September converts into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.