September weather forecastSalémata, Senegal

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Salémata, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.9°C (89.4°F) and an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

The arrival of September marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F) from August's 31.2°C (88.2°F). During the nights in September, Salémata experiences a consistent average temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for September is evaluated at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Salémata, Senegal, during September, the rain falls for 24.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 139mm (5.47") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Salémata, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 635mm (25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of September, in Salémata, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:41 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 8.6h.

UV index

In Salémata, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During September, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.