September weather forecastAberdeen, Sierra Leone

September

Weather in September

As September rolls in, Aberdeen, Sierra Leone begins to experience a slow retreat of the monsoon. The rainfall drastically reduces to 220mm (8.66"), marking the beginning of the end of the wet season. Even though the weather paves the way for a drier season, the saturation level in the air remains high. Although the city still sees frequent bouts of rain, the duration and intensity start dwindling. Meanwhile, the daylight hours start increasing, painting a brighter picture for the upcoming months.

Temperature

Aberdeen's September reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F), exhibiting a minor difference from August. Aberdeen welcomes an average low temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F) in September, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Heat index

The heat index value for September is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Aberdeen, in September, it is raining for 28.6 days, with typically 220mm (8.66") of accumulated precipitation. In Aberdeen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Aberdeen, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.

Sunshine

In Aberdeen, the average sunshine in September is 6.7h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during September morphs into the following directions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in September, in Aberdeen, is 28.1°C (82.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 24.4°C (75.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

In Aberdeen, the average relative humidity in September is 85%.

In Aberdeen, in September, during 28.6 rainfall days, 220mm (8.66") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in September is 12h and 10min.

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:44 GMT.

In September, the average sunshine duration is 6.7h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Aberdeen, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average high temperature in September: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).

Average pressure in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average pressure in September: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average wind speed in September: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.8km/h).

Average humidity in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average humidity in September: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (68%).

Average rainfall in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall in September: 220mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (391mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall days in September: 28.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 6h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average sunshine days in September: 0.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.5 days).

Average UV index in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average UV index in September: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average cloud cover in September: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in September
Aberdeen, Sierra Leone

  • Average visibility in September: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).