September weather forecastTelu, Sierra Leone

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Telu, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°C (83.5°F) and min 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F) in September, hardly different from the 27.5°C (81.5°F) recorded in August. Throughout September, the average low-temperature dips to an agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for September is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Telu, Sierra Leone, in September, it is raining for 29.7 days, with typically 265mm (10.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 256.6 rainfall days, and 1628mm (64.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:38 GMT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in September translates into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.