September weather forecast
Eunice, LA

September in Eunice, Louisiana, USA marks the twilight of summer, with the descending mercury giving a nod towards autumn. Temperatures begin to retreat, providing relief from the relenting summer heat, falling from the highs of August. A notable drop appears in the recorded rainfall levels, numbering at 0.79" (20mm), the same as in March. The length of daylight begins to shorten, setting up a canvas for autumn. Transiting into a cooler season, September paves the way for a pleasant fall.

Temperature

Eunice, Louisiana, experiences a transition to a still tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of September, not greatly differing from August's 89.6°F (32°C). The nighttime temperature in Eunice, during September, averages of 69.6°F (20.9°C).

Heat index

In September, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 100.4°F (38°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In Eunice, the average relative humidity in September is 79%.

Rainfall

March, September and November are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of rain.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall in Eunice.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Eunice, Louisiana, the average sunshine in September is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Eunice is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in September leads to these recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.