September weather forecast
Piedmont, SC

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Piedmont, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.4°F (28°C) and min 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of September, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a tropical 87.8°F (31°C) in August to a moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C). In the month of September, the nighttime temperature in Piedmont dips to a steady average of 61.9°F (16.6°C).

Heat index

September's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Ongoing activity coupled with exposure often results in weariness and could induce heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital 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 average relative humidity in September is 72%.

Rainfall

September is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Piedmont.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Piedmont, South Carolina, is 8.7h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in September leads to these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is September in Piedmont?

In September, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 82.4°F (28°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Piedmont?

The average relative humidity in September in Piedmont, South Carolina, is 72%.

What is the driest month in Piedmont?

September is the month with the least rainfall in Piedmont. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Piedmont in September?

In Piedmont, in September, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Piedmont?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in September in Piedmont?

In Piedmont, the average day length in September is 12h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Piedmont?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:14 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Piedmont have in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration in Piedmont is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Piedmont?

In Piedmont, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Piedmont, SC

Average temperature in September - Piedmont, SC
  • Average high temperature in September: 82.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (49.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 61.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Piedmont, SC

Average pressure in September - Piedmont, SC
  • Average pressure in September: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Piedmont, SC

Average wind speed in September - Piedmont, SC
  • Average wind speed in September: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Piedmont, SC

Average humidity in September - Piedmont, SC
  • Average humidity in September: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (69%).

Average rainfall in September
Piedmont, SC

Average rainfall in September - Piedmont, SC
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in September
Piedmont, SC

Average rainfall days in September - Piedmont, SC
  • Average rainfall days in September: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in September
Piedmont, SC

Average snowfall in September - Piedmont, SC
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Piedmont, SC

Average snowfall days in September - Piedmont, SC
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1 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
Piedmont, SC

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Piedmont, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in September
Piedmont, SC

Average sunshine days in September - Piedmont, SC
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in September
Piedmont, SC

Average UV index in September - Piedmont, SC
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Piedmont, SC

Average cloud cover in September - Piedmont, SC
  • Average cloud cover in September: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in September
Piedmont, SC

Average visibility in September - Piedmont, 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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