September weather forecast
Crooked Tree, Belize

September’s weather in Crooked Tree begins to show signs of a cooler trend, but it's not all marked reduction. While the month experiences declining temperatures, it also features heavy downpours contributing to the overall yearly rainfall. September maintains a high average rainfall of 151mm (5.94") and still retains a significant portion of summer heat. Humidity levels continue to be constant with no significant fluctuation observed. The wind speed experiences a subtle drop from previous months, averaging at 10.5km/h (6.5mph).

Temperature

August and September mark Crooked Tree's peak of temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for September is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September is 81%.

Rainfall

In September, in Crooked Tree, the rain falls for 26.5 days. Throughout September, 151mm (5.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 262.3 rainfall days, and 1335mm (52.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Crooked Tree, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of September, in Crooked Tree, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:43 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Crooked Tree is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In September, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.