September weather forecast
Sterling, CO

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Weather in September

September in Sterling heralds the arrival of fall. Even though the weather bears the remnants of summer, changes gradually start to manifest, notably in temperature patterns. There is a notable decrease in the length of days to an average of 12.4 hours. This month witnesses the least rain for the whole year, amounting to just 0.98" (25mm) over 10.1 days. The merging of summer hues with autumn shades paints a picturesque landscape for Sterling.

Temperature

The commencement of September indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from August's hot 86.2°F (30.1°C) to a warm 78.8°F (26°C). The nighttime average for Sterling in September plummets considerably from its daytime counterpart, resting at a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 47%, September is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Sterling, in September, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Sterling, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In Sterling, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:35 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 10.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during September translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average September temperature?

An average high-temperature, in September, in Sterling, is 78.8°F (26°C) and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

September is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

What is the average humidity in September?

In September, the average relative humidity is 47%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In Sterling, Colorado, in September, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in September?

In Sterling, in September, it doesn't snow. In October, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Sterling have in September?

In Sterling, the average day length in September is 12h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:35 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

In Sterling, the average sunshine duration in September is 10.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in September?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Sterling, CO

Average temperature in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average high temperature in September: 78.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (23°F).

Average pressure in September
Sterling, CO

Average pressure in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average pressure in September: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Sterling, CO

Average wind speed in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average wind speed in September: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9mph).

Average humidity in September
Sterling, CO

Average humidity in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average humidity in September: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in September
Sterling, CO

Average rainfall in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in September
Sterling, CO

Average rainfall days in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average rainfall days in September: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in September
Sterling, CO

Average snowfall in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Sterling, CO

Average snowfall days in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Sterling, CO

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 10h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in September
Sterling, CO

Average sunshine days in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in September
Sterling, CO

Average UV index in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Sterling, CO

Average cloud cover in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average cloud cover in September: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in September
Sterling, CO

Average visibility in September - Sterling, CO
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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