September weather forecast
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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in May, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77.2°F (25.1°C) and 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Temperature

May's progression into September involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a warm 82.8°F (28.2°C) in August to a still moderately hot 77.2°F (25.1°C). September nights report a substantial dip from daytime highs to an average of 55.6°F (13.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is September, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically collects 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During September, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average September temperature?

In September, in May, the average high-temperature is 77.2°F (25.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In May, the average relative humidity in September is 78%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is September, when the rain falls for 16.3 days and typically collects 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in September?

In May, during September, the rain falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

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

Does it snow in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does May have in September?

The average day length in September is 12h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:15 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in September?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall
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Average temperature in September
May, KY

Average temperature in September - May, KY
  • Average high temperature in September: 77.2°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 (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 55.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in September
May, KY

Average pressure in September - May, KY
  • Average pressure in September: 30.05"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
May, KY

Average wind speed in September - May, KY
  • Average wind speed in September: 4.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in September
May, KY

Average humidity in September - May, KY
  • Average humidity in September: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in September
May, KY

Average rainfall in September - May, KY
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in September
May, KY

Average rainfall days in September - May, KY
  • Average rainfall days in September: 16.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

Average snowfall in September
May, KY

Average snowfall in September - May, KY
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
May, KY

Average snowfall days in September - May, KY
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
May, KY

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - May, KY
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in September
May, KY

Average sunshine days in September - May, KY
  • Average sunshine days in September: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

Average UV index in September
May, KY

Average UV index in September - May, KY
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
May, KY

Average cloud cover in September - May, KY
  • Average cloud cover in September: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in September
May, KY

Average visibility in September - May, KY
  • Average visibility in September: 5mi

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

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