Climatological Overview: September 2024 - Chios

September 2024 marked a gradual transition from the warm summer conditions to autumn, with notable events such as heavy rainfall mid-month. Below is a summary of the climatological data for the month.

Temperature:

• Average temperature: 24.8°C
• Highest temperature: 34.7°C on September 5
• Lowest temperature: 16.6°C on September 17
• Days with temperatures ≥ 32°C: 5 days

Rainfall:

• Total rainfall: 131.2 mm
• Day with maximum rainfall: 113.79 mm on September 11
• Days with measurable rainfall (>0.2 mm): 3 days
• Days with rainfall > 2 mm: 2 days
• Days with rainfall > 20 mm: 1 day

Wind:

• Average wind speed: 7.3 km/h
• Maximum wind speed: 57.9 km/h on September 11
• Dominant wind direction: West (W)

Conclusion:

September 2024 was characterized by high temperatures at the beginning of the month and significant rainfall mid-month. The intense rainfall on September 11 stands out as the month’s most notable weather event, accompanied by strong winds. These changing conditions highlight the onset of the autumn season.