September weather forecast
Hickory, NC

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Weather in September

September marks the transition from summer to autumn, as the temperatures begin to moderate. The fall foliage starts to appear, painting the city with vibrant hues. The rainfall further decreases to 2.01" (51mm), marking the relatively drier period of the year. After the summer brightness, the daylight hours are reduced. Despite the lesser rainfall, the relative humidity remains high, making for misty mornings and dewy evenings.

Temperature

The beginning of September subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a tropical 86.5°F (30.3°C) in August to a moderately hot 80.4°F (26.9°C). An average low-temperature of 59.9°F (15.5°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during September.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Hickory, in September, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Hickory, North Carolina, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

In Hickory, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In September, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hickory in September?

The high-temperature, in September, in Hickory, records 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the low-temperature is 59.9°F (15.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

The average relative humidity in September is 74%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In September, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout September, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Hickory, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Hickory have in September?

The average day length in September is 12h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 7:10 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hickory have in September?

In Hickory, the average sunshine duration in September is 8.5h.

How high is the UV index in September?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Hickory, NC

Average temperature in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average high temperature in September: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 59.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in September
Hickory, NC

Average pressure in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average pressure in September: 30.05"Hg

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

Average wind speed in September
Hickory, NC

Average wind speed in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average wind speed in September: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in September
Hickory, NC

Average humidity in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average humidity in September: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in September
Hickory, NC

Average rainfall in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in September
Hickory, NC

Average rainfall days in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average rainfall days in September: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in September
Hickory, NC

Average snowfall in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Hickory, NC

Average snowfall days in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Hickory, NC

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in September
Hickory, NC

Average sunshine days in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average sunshine days in September: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in September
Hickory, NC

Average UV index in September - Hickory, NC
  • 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, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Hickory, NC

Average cloud cover in September - Hickory, NC
  • Average cloud cover in September: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in September
Hickory, NC

Average visibility in September - Hickory, NC
  • 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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