September weather forecastUkwatta, Sri Lanka

September

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Ukwatta, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.1°C (84.4°F) and min 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

The commencement of September brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from August. During September, nights in Ukwatta cool slightly to an average low of 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for September is appraised at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ukwatta, during September, the rain falls for 26.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 206mm (8.11") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Ukwatta is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:01 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 7.4h.

UV index

January through April, July, September, November and 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in September leads to these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in September, in Ukwatta, records 29.1°C (84.4°F), while the low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 35°C (95°F).

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

In September, in Ukwatta, the rain falls for 26.9 days. Throughout September, 206mm (8.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in September in Ukwatta, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 10min.

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:01 +0530.

In September, the average sunshine duration in Ukwatta, Sri Lanka, is 7.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Ukwatta, Sri Lanka

  • Average high temperature in September: 29.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.1°C).

Average pressure in September
Ukwatta, Sri Lanka

  • Average pressure in September: 1009.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Ukwatta, Sri Lanka

  • Average wind speed in September: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).

Average humidity in September
Ukwatta, Sri Lanka

  • Average humidity in September: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (74%).

Average rainfall in September
Ukwatta, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall in September: 206mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (40mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Ukwatta, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall days in September: 26.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.6 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Ukwatta, 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 24min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in September
Ukwatta, Sri Lanka

  • Average sunshine days in September: 1.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and August (0.3 days).

Average UV index in September
Ukwatta, 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
Ukwatta, 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 24).

Average visibility in September
Ukwatta, Sri Lanka

  • Average visibility in September: 9km

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