September weather forecastEkala, Sri Lanka

September

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Ekala, is still a warm month, with an average temperature varying between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

September's average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), maintaining a close comparison with August's 29.3°C (84.7°F). The month of September shows a minor drop from daytime temperatures, generally recording a low average of 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

September's average heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity in Ekala, Sri Lanka, is 81%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 24.4 days. Throughout September, 153mm (6.02") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ekala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.4 days and collects up to 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Ekala is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of September in Ekala, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:02 +0530.

Sunshine

In Ekala, the average sunshine in September is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ekala are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In September, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. 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. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

In September, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 36°C (96.8°F).

In Ekala, the average relative humidity in September is 81%.

In Ekala, in September, during 24.4 rainfall days, 153mm (6.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:02 +0530.

In September, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ekala, Sri Lanka.

In Ekala, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average high temperature in September: 29.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 25.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°C).

Average pressure in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average pressure in September: 1009.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1008.4mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average wind speed in September: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average humidity in September: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (73%).

Average rainfall in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall in September: 153mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (231mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (29mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall days in September: 24.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 7h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, March and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average sunshine days in September: 3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.2 days).

Average UV index in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average UV index in September: 7

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

Average cloud cover in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average cloud cover in September: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in September
Ekala, Sri Lanka

  • Average visibility in September: 10km

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