September weather forecast
Buffalo, SD

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a pleasant month in Buffalo, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.2°F (22.9°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

In the transition to September, Buffalo observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C) in August to an agreeable 73.2°F (22.9°C). Buffalo's average low-temperature is measured at a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) during September.

Humidity

In Buffalo, the average relative humidity in September is 48%.

Rainfall

In Buffalo, in September, during 9 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.8 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Buffalo is 10h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Buffalo, South Dakota, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during September translates into the following guidance:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Buffalo in September?

Buffalo in September has an average high-temperature of 73.2°F (22.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 54.5°F (12.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In Buffalo, the average relative humidity in September is 48%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In September, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout September, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Buffalo?

In Buffalo, snow does not fall in June through September.

Does it snow in September?

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

What is the average length of the day in September?

In Buffalo, the average day length in September is 12h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:35 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

The average sunshine duration in September is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in September?

In Buffalo, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in September
Buffalo, SD

Average temperature in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 73.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 54.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in September
Buffalo, SD

Average pressure in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Buffalo, SD

Average wind speed in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

Average humidity in September
Buffalo, SD

Average humidity in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in September
Buffalo, SD

Average rainfall in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in September
Buffalo, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in September
Buffalo, SD

Average snowfall in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Buffalo, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Buffalo, SD

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in September
Buffalo, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in September
Buffalo, SD

Average UV index in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in September
Buffalo, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Buffalo, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in September
Buffalo, SD

Average visibility in September - Buffalo, SD
  • 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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