September weather forecast
Ottumwa, IA

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Weather in September

September marks the beginning of fall in Ottumwa, with temperatures dwindling down to a maximum of 75.7°F (24.3°C). The city starts to see a reduced amount of daylight that signals the impending autumn. The atmosphere starts to become cooler and crisper, stripped of the high summer temperatures. The leaves start to change their shades, and the town begins to prepare for the upcoming colder months. September serves as a gentle reminder of the changing seasons, displaying a fascinating blend of summer warmth and autumn chills.

Temperature

During the shift to September, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from 81.7°F (27.6°C) in August to a still moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C). In Ottumwa, the average temperature during the nights of September drops to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout September, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ottumwa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.5 days and collects up to 27.17" (690mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of September, in Ottumwa, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Ottumwa, Iowa, is 9.4h.

UV index

In Ottumwa, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In September, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in September in Ottumwa?

In September, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 56.5°F (13.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Ottumwa?

The average relative humidity in September in Ottumwa, Iowa, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Ottumwa in September?

In Ottumwa, Iowa, in September, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Ottumwa?

In Ottumwa, Iowa, snow does not fall in June through September.

Does it snow in Ottumwa in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ottumwa have in September?

The average day length in September in Ottumwa is 12h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Ottumwa?

On the first day of September in Ottumwa, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:52 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ottumwa have in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 9.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Ottumwa?

In Ottumwa, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Ottumwa, IA

Average temperature in September - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average high temperature in September: 75.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 56.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in September
Ottumwa, IA

Average pressure in September - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average pressure in September: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Ottumwa, IA

Average wind speed in September - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average wind speed in September: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in September
Ottumwa, IA

Average humidity in September - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average humidity in September: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in September
Ottumwa, IA

Average rainfall in September - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in September
Ottumwa, IA

Average rainfall days in September - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in September
Ottumwa, IA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Ottumwa, IA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in September
Ottumwa, IA

Average sunshine days in September - Ottumwa, IA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in September
Ottumwa, IA

Average UV index in September - Ottumwa, 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 January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Ottumwa, IA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in September
Ottumwa, IA

Average visibility in September - Ottumwa, 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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