September weather forecast
Columbia, SD

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Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Columbia, is still a warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 52.9°F (11.6°C) and max 74.3°F (23.5°C).

Temperature

September brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a warm 83.1°F (28.4°C) in August to a still moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C). Columbia experiences an average low-temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) in the month of September.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 60%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout September, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Columbia, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Columbia, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Columbia is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in September leads to these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Columbia in September?

In Columbia, in September, the average high-temperature is 74.3°F (23.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the least humid months in Columbia?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 60%, are the least humid months in Columbia, South Dakota.

What is the average humidity in September in Columbia?

The average relative humidity in September in Columbia is 60%.

How much does it rain in Columbia in September?

In September, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout September, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Columbia?

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

Does it snow in Columbia in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does Columbia have in September?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Columbia?

On the first day of September in Columbia, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 7:14 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbia have in September?

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

What is the UV index reading in September in Columbia?

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

Average temperature in September - Columbia, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 52.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in September
Columbia, SD

Average pressure in September - Columbia, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Columbia, SD

Average wind speed in September - Columbia, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in September
Columbia, SD

Average humidity in September - Columbia, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in September
Columbia, SD

Average rainfall in September - Columbia, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in September
Columbia, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Columbia, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in September
Columbia, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Columbia, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Columbia, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in September
Columbia, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Columbia, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in September
Columbia, SD

Average UV index in September - Columbia, 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 January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in September
Columbia, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Columbia, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in September
Columbia, SD

Average visibility in September - Columbia, SD
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

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

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