September weather forecast
Murphy, NC

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Weather in September

September in Murphy, North Carolina ushers in the pleasant onset of the fall season. The weather gradually moves towards cooler and more comfortable climates, while still retaining the warmth inherited from the summer. The month's average maximum temperature drops noticeably to 78.4°F (25.8°C), paving the way for the imminent fall season. Contrary to August, September is marked by a reduction in the frequency of rainfall. As the greenery starts to turn to fall hues, the earlier sunsets bring an end to the long summer days.

Temperature

In September, the average high-temperature registers at a still moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C), nearly identical to August's 82.8°F (28.2°C). In Murphy, September is marked by an average low-temperature of 57.4°F (14.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is September, when the rain falls for 14.4 days and typically collects 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Murphy, North Carolina, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

In Murphy, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during September translates into the following guidance:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in September?

In Murphy, 78.4°F (25.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 57.4°F (14.1°C) is the average low-temperature during September. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In Murphy, the average relative humidity in September is 78%.

What is the driest month?

September is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 14.4 days and accumulates 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in September?

In Murphy, in September, during 14.4 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in September?

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

What is the average length of the day in September?

In Murphy, 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 7:09 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

The average sunshine duration in September is 8.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Murphy?

In Murphy, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Murphy, NC

Average temperature in September - Murphy, NC
  • Average high temperature in September: 78.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 57.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in September
Murphy, NC

Average pressure in September - Murphy, NC
  • Average pressure in September: 30.04"Hg

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

Average wind speed in September
Murphy, NC

Average wind speed in September - Murphy, NC
  • Average wind speed in September: 3.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity in September
Murphy, NC

Average humidity in September - Murphy, NC
  • Average humidity in September: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in September
Murphy, NC

Average rainfall in September - Murphy, NC
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in September
Murphy, NC

Average rainfall days in September - Murphy, NC
  • Average rainfall days in September: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in September
Murphy, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Murphy, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Murphy, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in September
Murphy, NC

Average sunshine days in September - Murphy, NC
  • Average sunshine days in September: 13.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in September
Murphy, NC

Average UV index in September - Murphy, NC
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Murphy, NC

Average cloud cover in September - Murphy, NC
  • Average cloud cover in September: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in September
Murphy, NC

Average visibility in September - Murphy, NC
  • Average visibility in September: 5mi

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

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