September weather forecast
Bignona, Senegal

September signals the tapering off of the wet season in Bignona. Rainfall reduces to a total of 133mm (5.24") on average with a relative humidity of 81%. A less varied temperature range - from a low of 24.5°C (76.1°F) to a high of 31.2°C (88.2°F) - allows a comfortable transition towards drier months. The tropical experience still lingers in Bignona, with September being a good period to greet the start of the dry season.

Temperature

In the transition from August to September, Bignona reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. In Bignona, September nights cool down to an average of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

September's average heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Bignona.

Rainfall

In September, in Bignona, the rain falls for 23.2 days. Throughout September, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bignona, Senegal, there are 107.1 rainfall days, and 617mm (24.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bignona, Senegal, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of September in Bignona, Senegal, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:55 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 7.5h.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bignona. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.