September weather forecastKariba, Zimbabwe

September

Weather in September

September in Kariba begins to hint at a transition with subtle changes in the weather dynamics. An uptick in temperatures to a high of 33.4°C (92.1°F) coupled with a more pronounced wind speed introduces minor changes, as compared to August. Although the weather remains largely dry, these changes give a nod towards the onset of the region's wet season. Persistent clear skies continue to allow long hours of sunshine, complementing the warm temperatures. As September blends into October, the effects of the transitioning weather will become more noticeable.

Temperature

Kariba's weather in September shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from August's warm 29.3°C (84.7°F) to a hot 33.4°C (92.1°F). Kariba's daily high temperature significantly diverges from the consistently recorded temperature low averaging a refreshing 19.5°C (67.1°F) in September.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 33%, September is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Kariba, rain does not fall in August and September.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.

Sunshine

In Kariba, the average sunshine in September is 9.4h.

UV index

In Kariba, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during September translates into these guidelines:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

In Kariba, 33.4°C (92.1°F) is the average high-temperature and 19.5°C (67.1°F) is the average low-temperature during September. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

The least humid month is September, with an average relative humidity of 33%.

In Kariba, the average relative humidity in September is 33%.

August and September are months without rainfall.

In Kariba, Zimbabwe, in September, it doesn't rain. In October, it rains.

The average day length in September is 12h and 1min.

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.

In Kariba, Zimbabwe, the average sunshine duration in September is 9.4h.

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average high temperature in September: 33.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.7°C).

Average pressure in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average pressure in September: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average wind speed in September: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average humidity in September: 33%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).

Average rainfall in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average rainfall in September: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (151mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average rainfall days in September: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.2 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are April, June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average sunshine days in September: 29.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.9 days).

Average UV index in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average UV index in September: 7

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average cloud cover in September: 4

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in September
Kariba, Zimbabwe

  • Average visibility in September: 10km

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