September weather forecastKande, Senegal

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Kande, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.2°C (88.2°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

September registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), slightly varied from August's 30.3°C (86.5°F). In the month of September, the temperature in Kande generally rests at an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

In September, the average heat index is calculated to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Kande.

Rainfall

In September, in Kande, Senegal, the rain falls for 23.2 days. Throughout September, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kande, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.1 days and collects up to 617mm (24.29") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kande, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of September, in Kande, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:57 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 7.5h.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kande. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during September translates into the following directions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.