September weather forecast
Rochester, MN

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The cityscape of Rochester, Minnesota, with a beautiful city park surrounded by water
The cityscape of Rochester, Minnesota, with a beautiful city park surrounded by water

Weather in September

September marks the onset of fall in Rochester, accompanied by a gradual cooling from summer's peak. This is evident in a drop in temperatures, which averages a high of 70.7°F (21.5°C). The change from September to October will see a noticeable decrease in daylight hours, signaling the start of shorter days. September offers perfect fall conditions with a vibrant display of fall foliage transforming the city into a picturesque landscape.

Temperature

The shift from August to September coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a pleasant 70.7°F (21.5°C) from a warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). An average temperature of 52°F (11.1°C) is recorded in Rochester during the nights in September.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Rochester is 79%.

Rainfall

In September, in Rochester, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout September, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rochester, there are 109.7 rainfall days, and 16.57" (421mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:51 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Rochester is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Rochester is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average September temperature in Rochester?

In September, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rochester are 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 52°F (11.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in September in Rochester?

In Rochester, Minnesota, the average relative humidity in September is 79%.

How much does it rain in Rochester in September?

In Rochester, during September, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Rochester?

June through September are months without snowfall in Rochester.

Does it snow in Rochester in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rochester have in September?

In Rochester, Minnesota, the average day length in September is 12h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Rochester?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rochester, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 6:51 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rochester have in September?

In Rochester, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in September is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Rochester?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Rochester, Minnesota, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Rochester, MN

Average temperature in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average high temperature in September: 70.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

Average pressure in September
Rochester, MN

Average pressure in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average pressure in September: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Rochester, MN

Average wind speed in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average wind speed in September: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in September
Rochester, MN

Average humidity in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average humidity in September: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in September
Rochester, MN

Average rainfall in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in September
Rochester, MN

Average rainfall days in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average rainfall days in September: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in September
Rochester, MN

Average snowfall in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Rochester, MN

Average snowfall days in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Rochester, MN

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in September
Rochester, MN

Average sunshine days in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average sunshine days in September: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in September
Rochester, MN

Average UV index in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in September
Rochester, MN

Average cloud cover in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average cloud cover in September: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in September
Rochester, MN

Average visibility in September - Rochester, MN
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

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

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