Weather in September
September marks the transition from the sweltering summer to the cooler autumn months in
Great Basin National Park,
Nevada. As temperatures begin to descend from summer highs, reaching up to 74.5°F (23.6°C), September records the first traces of snowfall post-summer at 0.2" (5mm). Fall colors start to speckle the park's foliage, painting the region with a mélange of warm shades. Hiking trails take on a new appeal as the leaves turn, making it a great time for outdoor activities. Observing the gradual transition from the green of summer to the vibrant hues of fall offers a unique experience.
Temperature
Great Basin National Park's weather in September involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from
August's 83.3°F (28.5°C) to a still warm 74.5°F (23.6°C). In September, the recorded average low-temperature, of 46.9°F (8.3°C), exhibits a significant fall from the daytime highs.
Rainfall
During September, Great Basin National Park regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, 13.31" (338mm) of rain is accumulated.
Snowfall
Months with snowfall are
January through
June, September through
December. September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, Great Basin National Park receives 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Great Basin National Park, during the entire year, snow aggregates up to 72.52" (1842mm).
Daylight
The average length of the day in September in Great Basin National Park, Nevada, is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 7:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 6:20 pm PDT.