September weather forecast
Silver Spring, MD

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Silver Spring, Maryland, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.7°F (16.5°C) and an average high of 78.4°F (25.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of September, Silver Spring's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from August's 85.6°F (29.8°C) to a still warm 78.4°F (25.8°C). September nights are marked by an average temperature drop to an enjoyable 61.7°F (16.5°C).

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout September, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Silver Spring, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 30.28" (769mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Silver Spring, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of September in Silver Spring, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Silver Spring, the average sunshine in September is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average September temperature?

In September, in Silver Spring, the average high-temperature is 78.4°F (25.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

The average relative humidity in September is 73%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In Silver Spring, during September, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Silver Spring?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Silver Spring have in September?

The average day length in September in Silver Spring is 12h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 6:51 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in September?

In Silver Spring, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average temperature in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average high temperature in September: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average pressure in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average pressure in September: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average wind speed in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average wind speed in September: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average humidity in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average humidity in September: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average rainfall in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average rainfall days in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average snowfall in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average snowfall days in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average sunshine days in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average UV index in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average cloud cover in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in September
Silver Spring, MD

Average visibility in September - Silver Spring, MD
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

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

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