September weather forecast
Decatur, IL

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Weather in September

Autumnal winds whisper through Decatur in September, transforming summer's vanishing echo into a colourful foliage spectacle. Although the temperature witnessing a drop to 77°F (25°C), the city's weather remains comfortably warm and enjoys the highest visibility all year round. The blend of warm days and cooler nights are perfect for exploring the city's extensive network of hiking trails and the golden canopy. The arrival of fall signals a new chapter and, painting the cityscape in shades of gold and red. A decrease in daylight hours, cloud percentage, and UV index mark the closing chapter of the sunny season.

Temperature

The introduction of September notes a subtle temperature variation to a still moderately hot 77°F (25°C) from August's 81.1°F (27.3°C). The low-temperature averages to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) during the nights of September.

Humidity

In Decatur, the average relative humidity in September is 76%.

Rainfall

In Decatur, in September, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.2 rainfall days, and 16.34" (415mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Decatur, Illinois, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Decatur, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Decatur is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Decatur is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during September leads to these instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Decatur in September?

An average high-temperature, in September, in Decatur, is 77°F (25°C) and the average low-temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Decatur?

The average relative humidity in September in Decatur is 76%.

How much does it rain in Decatur in September?

In Decatur, in September, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Decatur?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Decatur have in September?

The average day length in September in Decatur is 12h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Decatur?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Decatur, Illinois, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Decatur?

In September, the average sunshine duration in Decatur is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Decatur?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Decatur, Illinois, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Decatur, IL

Average temperature in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average high temperature in September: 77°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in September
Decatur, IL

Average pressure in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average pressure in September: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Decatur, IL

Average wind speed in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average wind speed in September: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in September
Decatur, IL

Average humidity in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average humidity in September: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in September
Decatur, IL

Average rainfall in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in September
Decatur, IL

Average rainfall days in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average rainfall days in September: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in September
Decatur, IL

Average snowfall in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Decatur, IL

Average snowfall days in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Decatur, IL

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Decatur, IL
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in September
Decatur, IL

Average sunshine days in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average sunshine days in September: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in September
Decatur, IL

Average UV index in September - Decatur, IL
  • 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
Decatur, IL

Average cloud cover in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average cloud cover in September: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in September
Decatur, IL

Average visibility in September - Decatur, IL
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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