September weather forecastOberlin, LA

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Oberlin, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 86.9°F (30.5°C).

Temperature

Oberlin marks the start of September with an average high-temperature of a still hot 86.9°F (30.5°C), hinting at a slight fluctuation from August's 91.4°F (33°C). Oberlin encounters a steady low-temperature average of 69.4°F (20.8°C) throughout the month of September.

Heat index

Throughout September, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Oberlin, during September, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.7 rainfall days, and 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February, September and December are months with snowfall. September is the first month it typically snows in Oberlin. Throughout September, there are 0.1 snowfall days. In Oberlin, during the entire year, snow falls for 0.5 days.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Oberlin is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:33 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 9.6h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In September, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.