September weather forecast
Gettysburg, PA

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The iconic and unifying Pennsylvania monument in a vast green field with neat grounds and green trees in the city of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
The iconic and unifying Pennsylvania monument in a vast green field with neat grounds and green trees in the city of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Weather in September

The arrival of September marks the transition from summer to fall in Gettysburg, heralding a consistent drop in temperatures. The weather still feels predominantly warm, but rainfall becomes less frequent, decreasing to 0.75" (19mm) over the month. Daylight hours continue to decline while the number of sunshine hours start to taper off too. Wind speeds take an upward swing as the effects of the fall season begin to show. Despite the subtle changes, September maintains a fair balance between the summer heat and incoming autumn chills.

Temperature

In the transition to September, Gettysburg observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from 81.3°F (27.4°C) in August to a still moderately hot 74.8°F (23.8°C). During the month of September, Gettysburg's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 56.3°F (13.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in September, during 10.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125 rainfall days, and 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Gettysburg, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of September in Gettysburg, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In Gettysburg, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 4 in September transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures?

The high-temperature, in September, in Gettysburg, records 74.8°F (23.8°C), while the low-temperature is 56.3°F (13.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

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

How much does it rain in September?

In Gettysburg, in September, during 10.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Gettysburg, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gettysburg have in September?

In Gettysburg, the average day length in September is 12h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 6:52 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in September?

In Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average temperature in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in September: 74.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 56.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average pressure in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average pressure in September: 30.06"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
Gettysburg, PA

Average wind speed in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in September: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average humidity in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average humidity in September: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average rainfall in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.46").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average rainfall days in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average snowfall in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average snowfall days in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average sunshine days in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

Average UV index in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average UV index in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average UV index in September: 4

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

Average cloud cover in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average cloud cover in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in September
Gettysburg, PA

Average visibility in September - Gettysburg, PA
  • Average visibility in September: 5mi

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

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