Contents
- Weather in September
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in September
- Average pressure in September
- Average wind speed in September
- Average humidity in September
- Average rainfall in September
- Average rainfall days in September
- Average snowfall in September
- Average snowfall days in September
- Average daylight in September
- Average sunshine in September
- Average sunshine days in September
- Average UV index in September
- Average cloud cover in September
- Average visibility in September
Weather in September
Temperature
September's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 87.8°F (31°C), slightly deviating from August's 91.8°F (33.2°C). During September, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 69.3°F (20.7°C) at night.Heat index
The heat index for September is appraised at an extremely hot 104°F (40°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in September is 78%.Rainfall
In Plains, during September, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. In Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175 days and collects up to 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in September is 12h and 20min.On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 6:50 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In September, the average sunshine is 9.5h.UV index
In Plains, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in September converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Average temperature in September
Plains, LA
- Average high temperature in September: 87.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.3°F).
- Average low temperature in September: 69.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).
Average pressure in September
Plains, LA
- Average pressure in September: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in September
Plains, LA
- Average wind speed in September: 4.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.3mph).
Average humidity in September
Plains, LA
- Average humidity in September: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in September
Plains, LA
- Average rainfall in September: 2.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").
Average rainfall days in September
Plains, LA
- Average rainfall days in September: 17.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in September
Plains, LA
- Average snowfall in September: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in September
Plains, LA
- Average snowfall days in September: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Plains, LA
- Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in September: 9h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in September
Plains, LA
- Average sunshine days in September: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).
Average UV index in September
Plains, LA
- Average UV index in September: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in September
Plains, LA
- Average cloud cover in September: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in September
Plains, LA
- Average visibility in September: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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