September weather forecast
Kansas City, KS

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Weather in September

September ushers in the start of fall in Kansas City, Kansas along with noticeably cooler weather. As the month progresses, temperatures continue to decrease, marking a clear departure from the summer's heat. While the levels of rainfall reduce, the city experiences a rise in overall humidity. The length of daylight hours also drops significantly, signalling the approaching winter months. Despite September's cooler temperatures, the weather is generally mild and pleasant.

Temperature

September's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from 84.9°F (29.4°C) in August to a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). Kansas City records a mean low-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C) in September.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Kansas City, in September, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.2 rainfall days, and 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Kansas City, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:02 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Kansas City, the average sunshine in September is 9.3h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in September translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in September, in Kansas City, is 78.4°F (25.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 59.7°F (15.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In September, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in September?

In Kansas City, in September, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Kansas City in September?

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

What is the average length of the day in September?

In September, the average day length in Kansas City is 12h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:02 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

The average sunshine duration in September is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in September?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Kansas City, KS

Average temperature in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average high temperature in September: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in September
Kansas City, KS

Average pressure in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average pressure in September: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Kansas City, KS

Average wind speed in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average wind speed in September: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in September
Kansas City, KS

Average humidity in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average humidity in September: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in September
Kansas City, KS

Average rainfall in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in September
Kansas City, KS

Average rainfall days in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average rainfall days in September: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in September
Kansas City, KS

Average snowfall in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Kansas City, KS

Average snowfall days in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Kansas City, KS

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in September
Kansas City, KS

Average sunshine days in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in September
Kansas City, KS

Average UV index in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Kansas City, KS

Average cloud cover in September - Kansas City, KS
  • Average cloud cover in September: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in September
Kansas City, KS

Average visibility in September - Kansas City, KS
  • 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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