September weather forecast
Chimoio, Mozambique

September, in Chimoio, is marked by rising temperatures, while rainfall remains nearly constant. The comfort level improves as the weather gets gradually warmer. This month experiences the fastest wind speed, reaching up to 7.4km/h (4.6mph), relatively higher than the months before. As October approaches, residents can expect a slight drop in temperature and an increase in rainfall as the year heads towards its closure.

Temperature

September marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from August's moderately hot 27.1°C (80.8°F) to a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F). Against the high September temperatures, Chimoio records an average drop to a refreshing 16.5°C (61.7°F) at night.

Heat index

In September, the heat index is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

September is the least humid month in Chimoio, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

Rainfall

In Chimoio, during September, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. In Chimoio, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.8 days and collects up to 843mm (33.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:43 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Chimoio is September, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.