September weather forecast
Bawku, Ghana

In September, the weather in Bawku sees a change with maximum temperatures on the rise again to 31.9°C (89.4°F). While the rainfall decreases to 65mm (2.56"), it's still substantial by any standard. As the monsoon starts to wane, average humidity levels drop to 75% after peaking in August. The daylight hours and sunshine remain consistent with previous months. September serves as the transition from monsoon to a dryer phase.

Temperature

September's presence in Bawku, Ghana, marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.9°C (89.4°F), subtly varied from August's 30.7°C (87.3°F). Bawku observes an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) during September.

Heat index

The heat index for September is appraised at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity in Bawku, Ghana, is 75%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 18.3 days. Throughout September, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.3 rainfall days, and 417mm (16.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September in Bawku, Ghana, is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:51 GMT.

Sunshine

In Bawku, the average sunshine in September is 9.3h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in September translates into these instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.