September weather forecast
Sioux City, IA

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Panorama of the vast Sioux City, Iowa

Weather in September

September welcomes autumn in Sioux City, with a considerable drop in temperature. The average high temperature drops to 75.6°F (24.2°C), and there is a notable decrease in daylight hours. Although it marks the beginning of autumn, September experiences a balance of warm-crisp days and cool nights. The trees across the city start to transform into an array of beautiful fall colors, making parks and drives incredibly scenic. As the last traces of summer fade away, September's new weather pattern sets the stage for the arrival of the eagerly awaited fall.

Temperature

The onset of September entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from 81.9°F (27.7°C) in August to a still warm 75.6°F (24.2°C). The average temperature during September nights dips to a moderate 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sioux City, during September, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 102.3 rainfall days, and 12.91" (328mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sioux City, Iowa, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Sioux City, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sioux City in September?

The high-temperature, in September, in Sioux City, is 75.6°F (24.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55.4°F (13°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

The average relative humidity in September is 71%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In Sioux City, in September, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sioux City have in September?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 7:08 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sioux City have in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in September?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Sioux City, IA

Average temperature in September - Sioux City, IA
  • Average high temperature in September: 75.6°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 (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in September
Sioux City, IA

Average pressure in September - Sioux City, 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
Sioux City, IA

Average wind speed in September - Sioux City, IA
  • Average wind speed in September: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in September
Sioux City, IA

Average humidity in September - Sioux City, IA
  • Average humidity in September: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in September
Sioux City, IA

Average rainfall in September - Sioux City, IA
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.85").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.39").

Average rainfall days in September
Sioux City, IA

Average rainfall days in September - Sioux City, IA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in September
Sioux City, IA

Average snowfall in September - Sioux City, IA
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Sioux City, IA

Average snowfall days in September - Sioux City, IA
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Sioux City, IA

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Sioux City, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in September
Sioux City, IA

Average sunshine days in September - Sioux City, IA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in September
Sioux City, IA

Average UV index in September - Sioux City, IA
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in September
Sioux City, IA

Average cloud cover in September - Sioux City, IA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in September
Sioux City, IA

Average visibility in September - Sioux City, 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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