September weather forecast
Lake City, SC

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Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Lake City, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 83.8°F (28.8°C) and an average low of 66.9°F (19.4°C).

Temperature

Lake City's shift into September is marked by a subtle change to a warm 83.8°F (28.8°C) from August's 88.5°F (31.4°C) in temperature. Lake City's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 66.9°F (19.4°C) during the nights of September.

Heat index

In September, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Lake City, South Carolina, during September, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.2 rainfall days, and 34.06" (865mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Lake City, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:04 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Lake City, the average sunshine in September is 9.1h.

UV index

In Lake City, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during September translates into the following directions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in September?

The average high-temperature, in September, in Lake City, is 83.8°F (28.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 66.9°F (19.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

May, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in September?

In September, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in September?

In September, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout September, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Lake City, snow does not fall in March through December.

What is the average length of the day in September in Lake City?

In September, the average day length in Lake City is 12h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:04 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

The average sunshine duration in September is 9.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in September?

In Lake City, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Lake City, SC

Average temperature in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average high temperature in September: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 66.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in September
Lake City, SC

Average pressure in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average pressure in September: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Lake City, SC

Average wind speed in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average wind speed in September: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in September
Lake City, SC

Average humidity in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average humidity in September: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, August and September (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (73%).

Average rainfall in September
Lake City, SC

Average rainfall in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average rainfall in September: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in September
Lake City, SC

Average rainfall days in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average rainfall days in September: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in September
Lake City, SC

Average snowfall in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Lake City, SC

Average snowfall days in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Lake City, SC

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in September
Lake City, SC

Average sunshine days in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average sunshine days in September: 12.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).

Average UV index in September
Lake City, SC

Average UV index in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average UV index in September: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in September
Lake City, SC

Average cloud cover in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average cloud cover in September: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in September
Lake City, SC

Average visibility in September - Lake City, SC
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

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

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