September weather forecast
Congo Town, The Bahamas

September, the first month of the autumn in Congo Town, is still a tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32°C (89.6°F) and an average low of 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

The warmest months are July through September, with an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F).

Rainfall

In Congo Town, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 171mm (6.73") of accumulated precipitation. In Congo Town, The Bahamas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 1145mm (45.08") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

July through September, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Congo Town, The Bahamas.
Note: Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:58 EDT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February, September through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Congo Town is 10. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 10 in September transform into the following instructions:
Take extra precautions. Protection against sun damage is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise. Beware! The reflection of water and sand dramatically increases exposure to the UV rays.