September weather forecast
Brifu, The Gambia

September, the first month of the autumn in Brifu, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.2°C (75.6°F) and an average high of 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Temperature

As August transitions into September, Brifu records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. During September nights, Brifu witnesses a consistent average temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index for September is evaluated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Brifu are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In September, in Brifu, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout September, 87mm (3.43") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Brifu, there are 82.3 rainfall days, and 373mm (14.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of September, in Brifu, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:46 GMT.

Sunshine

In Brifu, the average sunshine in September is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during September, leads to the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. 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. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.