September weather forecastBexon, Saint Lucia

Weather in September

September in Bexon ushers in the start of autumn and starts to bid goodbye to the summer heat. The striking highlight of this month is the temperature peak at 30.3°C (86.5°F), the highest for the year. There's a respite from the heavy rainfall of previous months, replaced by a comparatively relaxed rain schedule. However, the intense heat contrasts the decreased rainfall, presenting a dynamic weather scheme for September.

Temperature

Bexon's warmest weather arrives in September, when temperatures average a high of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and a low of 27°C (80.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for September is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

January through March and September, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Bexon, during September, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. In Bexon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 255.2 days and collects up to 560mm (22.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:54 AST.

Sunshine

In Bexon, the average sunshine in September is 9.6h.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in September translates into this advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.