September weather forecastSongea, Tanzania

Weather in September

Songea's September is marked by a slight upswing in temperature and a barely noticeable increment in rainfall. With wind gusts reaching their highest speed of 13km/h (8.1mph), more dynamism gets infused in the weather. While the sunshine amounts remain consistently high, humidity subtly rises, indicating a gradual transition into a wetter phase. Fanned by the warm breeze, the city basks in a balance of tropical heat and refreshing winds. The oscillating weather dance of sun and wind summarizes the culminating dry season of September in Songea.

Temperature

Upon the beginning of September, Songea's high-temperatures register at a still warm 28.1°C (82.6°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Songea's nights during September are marked by a pronounced drop from daytime temperatures, experiencing an average low of 15.5°C (59.9°F).

Heat index

September's heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 54%, September is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Songea, in September, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 201.3 rainfall days, and 955mm (37.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Songea, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:33 EAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.4h of sunshine, September has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

February, August through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in September interprets into the following advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.