September weather forecastWestern Sahara

Weather in September

September in Western Sahara marks the beginning of autumn and is characterized by a further decrease in temperatures. Daytime temperatures typically range from 34°C (93.2°F) to 36°C (96.8°F), offering a noticeable respite from the summer heat. Nighttime temperatures continue to provide a comfortable contrast, generally dropping to between 24°C (75.2°F) to 26°C (78.8°F).

In keeping with the arid climate of the region, September sees minimal rainfall, typically recording less than 10mm (0.39"). Clear, sunny skies persist for the majority of the month, contributing to the high daytime temperatures and extended periods of daylight.

The Atlantic Ocean's influence continues to moderate temperatures in the coastal city of Dakhla. Here, average high temperatures hover around 34°C (93.2°F), while the average lows remain around 25°C (77°F). The coastal humidity may result in morning fog on occasion, creating a brief respite from the desert conditions.

Compared to October, the subsequent month, September's weather is slightly hotter. October sees a further decrease in average daytime temperatures, ranging from 32°C (89.6°F) to 34°C (93.2°F). In contrast, August, the previous month, experiences somewhat hotter daytime temperatures, typically fluctuating between 35°C (95°F) to 38°C (100.4°F).

Wind speeds in September, though still relatively high, start to decrease, generally ranging from 30 to 36km/h (22.4mph). These conditions can occasionally give rise to dust storms, particularly in regions with loose, sandy soil. The overall climate during September in Western Sahara reflects the transition from the intense summer heat towards the more manageable temperatures of the autumn months.

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• Samara - September »
  On the first day of September in Samara sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 20:06. The months with the least sunshine in Samara are January, February, July, September through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.
• El-Aaiún - September »
  September is the first month it rains in El-Aaiún, Western Sahara. Months with rainfall in El-Aaiún are January through June, September through December.
• Tichla - September »
  September's advent in Tichla denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still extremely hot 40.2°C (104.4°F) from August's 40.6°C (105.1°F). Albeit slight, September experiences more rainfall than the majority of Tichla's months, marking it as one of the area's wetter periods.
• Peninsula de Rio de Oro - September »
  Peninsula de Rio de Oro's warmest month, September, registers temperatures that range from a high of 27°C (80.6°F) to a low of 19°C (66.2°F). September invites Peninsula de Rio de Oro into a heavier rainfall regime with a tenfold increase to 10mm (0.39").
• Guelta Zemmur - September »
  In Guelta Zemmur in September, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation. In Guelta Zemmur the average length of the day in September is 12h and 17min.
• Bu Craa - September »
  With an average relative humidity of 67%, September is the most humid month in Bu Craa. The wettest months in Bu Craa are September and October, with an average 10mm (0.39") of rainfall.
• Oum Dreyga - September »
  The month with the most rainfall in Oum Dreyga is September, when the rain falls for 5.7 days and typically aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. On the first day of September in Oum Dreyga, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 20:11.
• Metmárfag - September »
  The most humid month in Metmárfag is September, with an average relative humidity of 67%. The most humid month in Metmárfag is September, with an average relative humidity of 67%.
• Laayoune Plage - September »
  The most humid month in Laayoune Plage is September, with an average relative humidity of 67%. With an average relative humidity of 67%, September is the most humid month in Laayoune Plage.