September weather forecast
East London, South Africa

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Weather in September

September in East London stands as the welcoming committee for spring, evidenced by the gradual ramp-up in temperatures. A marginal increase in rainfall symbolizes the gradual transition towards the wetter months of the year. The sunlight duration increases, painting vivid and longer daylight hours across the city's skies. The wind speed pushes slightly upwards, reflecting the interplay between the outgoing winter and incoming spring influences. Nevertheless, sea temperatures remain moderately cool, inviting only the most ardent swimmers for a dip.

Temperature

East London's average high-temperature in September is a still agreeable 21.2°C (70.2°F), indicating a subtle variation from August. During the nights in September, East London experiences a consistent average temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F).

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity in East London is 69%.

Rainfall

In East London, in September, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in East London, there are 140.9 rainfall days, and 352mm (13.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In East London, in September, the average water temperature is 21.3°C (70.3°F).
Note: The majority of people do not enjoy swimming in 21.3°C (70.3°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing escalates as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of September, in East London, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:10 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in East London is 7.5h.

UV index

March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during September translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert! The reflection of water and sand augments UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures in East London?

In East London, 21.2°C (70.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 15.2°C (59.4°F) is the average low-temperature during September.

What is the average humidity in September in East London?

In September, the average relative humidity in East London is 69%.

How many days does it rain in September in East London?

In East London, in September, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in September in East London?

In September, the average sea temperature is 21.3°C (70.3°F). Swimming in 21.3°C (70.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in September in East London?

The average day length in September in East London is 11h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in East London?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, in East London, South Africa, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:10 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in September in East London?

In East London, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in September is 7.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in East London?

March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in East London, South Africa.

What is the UV index reading in September in East London?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in September
East London, South Africa

Average temperature in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in September: 21.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 15.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.2°C).

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Average pressure in September
East London, South Africa

Average pressure in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average pressure in September: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in September
East London, South Africa

Average wind speed in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in September: 20.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.8km/h).

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Average humidity in September
East London, South Africa

Average humidity in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average humidity in September: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

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Average rainfall in September
East London, South Africa

Average rainfall in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in September: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in September
East London, South Africa

Average rainfall days in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in September: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in September
East London, South Africa

Average sea temperature in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in September: 21.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (25.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (20.4°C).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
East London, South Africa

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average daylight in September: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in September
East London, South Africa

Average sunshine days in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in September
East London, South Africa

Average UV index in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in September
East London, South Africa

Average cloud cover in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in September: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in September
East London, South Africa

Average visibility in September - East London, South Africa
  • Average visibility in September: 10km

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

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East London, South Africa

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