September weather forecast
Moorhead, IA

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Moorhead, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 76.1°F (24.5°C) and an average low of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Temperature

The move into September indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from August's moderately hot 82°F (27.8°C) to a still warm 76.1°F (24.5°C). During September, the temperature in Moorhead is averaged to a low of 56.3°F (13.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In Moorhead, the average relative humidity in September is 71%.

Rainfall

In Moorhead, Iowa, during September, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Moorhead, Iowa, there are 117.6 rainfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Moorhead, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 8.9h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In September, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average September temperature?

In September, in Moorhead, the average high-temperature is 76.1°F (24.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In Moorhead, the average relative humidity in September is 71%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In September, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout September, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Moorhead, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in September?

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

What is the average length of the day in September?

In Moorhead, Iowa, the average day length in September is 12h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Moorhead have in September?

The average sunshine duration in September is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in September?

In Moorhead, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Moorhead, IA

Average temperature in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average high temperature in September: 76.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Moorhead, IA

Average pressure in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average pressure in September: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Moorhead, IA

Average wind speed in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average wind speed in September: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in September
Moorhead, IA

Average humidity in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average humidity in September: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (66%).

Average rainfall in September
Moorhead, IA

Average rainfall in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in September
Moorhead, IA

Average rainfall days in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in September
Moorhead, IA

Average snowfall in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Moorhead, IA

Average snowfall days in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Moorhead, IA

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in September
Moorhead, IA

Average sunshine days in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in September
Moorhead, IA

Average UV index in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in September
Moorhead, IA

Average cloud cover in September - Moorhead, IA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in September
Moorhead, IA

Average visibility in September - Moorhead, IA
  • 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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