September maintains high temperature levels from
August and tops the charts in rainfall with an all-year high of 206mm (8.11"). However, the climate seems to be transitioning from the hot summer months towards the more relaxed autumn. The decrease in daylight hours is noticeable along with the slight drop in sea temperature. Consequently, September stands out with the highest rainfall of the year amid persistent warm temperatures and reducing sunshine hours.
Temperature
The arrival of September in
Pointe-a-Pitre sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.7°C (89.1°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Pointe-a-Pitre usually reports an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) during the month of September.
Rainfall
In Pointe-a-Pitre,
Guadeloupe, during September, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 206mm (8.11") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pointe-a-Pitre, there are 175.5 rainfall days, and 1617mm (63.66") of precipitation is accumulated.
Sea temperature
The month with the warmest seawater in Pointe-a-Pitre is September, with an average sea temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F).
Note: With water temperature from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), all water activities are comfortable and delightful, devoid of discomfort even for lengthened periods.
Daylight
In Pointe-a-Pitre, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of September in Pointe-a-Pitre, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:55 AST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in September is 6.7h.
UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Pointe-a-Pitre are
March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 12 during September, leads to the following recommendations:
Employ all critical precautions. Guarding against sun damage is essential. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 every two hours and right after outdoor activities or a swim. Warning! Sand and water reflections boost the intensity of UV exposure.