September weather forecast
Thames, New Zealand

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Weather in September

September marks the beginning of spring with temperatures slowly beginning to rise. The average rainfall reduces with 65mm (2.56"), creating drier conditions compared to August. Steadily increasing sunlight hours infuse a sense of warmth into the lingering chill. The incoming spring season reflects on the sea temperature, which observes a slight increase. With reducing wind speeds, the harsh breezes of the winter months begin to taper.

Temperature

The arrival of September coincides with an average high-temperature of a still moderate 14.5°C (58.1°F), indicating a minimal shift from August's 13.7°C (56.7°F). Thames observes an average low-temperature of 10.9°C (51.6°F) during the slightly cooler nights of September.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity in Thames, New Zealand, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Thames, New Zealand, in September, during 16.6 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Thames, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180 days and collects up to 716mm (28.19") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In September, the average sea temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F).
Note: The enjoyment of swimming decreases for most when the surface water temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F). Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as temperatures descend below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in September in Thames is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm NZST. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:20 pm NZDT.
Note: On Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from NZST to NZDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from NZDT to NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Thames, New Zealand, is 6.6h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Thames, New Zealand, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in September leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Thames in September?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Thames during September are 14.5°C (58.1°F) and 10.9°C (51.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in September in Thames?

In Thames, the average relative humidity in September is 80%.

How much does it rain in Thames in September?

In Thames, New Zealand, during September, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in September in Thames?

In Thames, in September, the average water temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in September in Thames?

The average day length in September in Thames, New Zealand, is 11h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Thames?

On the first day of September in Thames, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:57 pm NZST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:20 pm NZDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in September in Thames?

On Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from NZST to NZDT. DST ends on Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in September in Thames?

In September, the average sunshine duration in Thames is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Thames?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average temperature in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in September: 14.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 10.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.2°C).

Average pressure in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average pressure in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in September: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and September (1014.7mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average wind speed in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in September: 21.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (15.5km/h).

Average humidity in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average humidity in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in September: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April, May and July (78%).

Average rainfall in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average rainfall in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in September: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average rainfall days in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in September: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.6 days).

Average sea temperature in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average sea temperature in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in September: 15.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (15.2°C).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in September: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average sunshine days in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in September: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average UV index in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average cloud cover in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in September: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in September
Thames, New Zealand

Average visibility in September - Thames, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in September: 10km

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

Thames, New Zealand

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