September weather forecast
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

September marks the beginning of the gradual decline in temperature from summer highs, signaling the onset of autumn. Though it’s still considerably warmer than early spring months with highs of 31.7°C (89.1°F). The return of occasional rainfall days and the drop in high temperatures indicate the departure from summer. The decline in daylight hours further reinforces the seasonal change. With it comes pleasant morning and evening weather, perfect for outdoor engagements.

Temperature

The onset of September brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a very hot 37.2°C (99°F) in August to a tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F). Ashgabat reports a sharp reduction in temperature during September, averaging at a comfortable 16.1°C (61°F) at night.

Heat index

For September, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity in Ashgabat is 40%.

Rainfall

In Ashgabat, in September, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ashgabat, there are 90 rainfall days, and 201mm (7.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Ashgabat is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of September, in Ashgabat, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:51 +05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Ashgabat is 9.6h.

UV index

In Ashgabat, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 in September translates into this advice:
Be sure to take precautions. Without protection, skin might suffer damage quickly. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. 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.