September weather forecast
Cottonwood, SD

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Cottonwood, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between min 58.3°F (14.6°C) and max 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Temperature

September implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from August's tropical 87.1°F (30.6°C) to a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C). Cottonwood anticipates an average minimum temperature of 58.3°F (14.6°C) in the month of September.

Humidity

September is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

Rainfall

In Cottonwood, in September, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.3 rainfall days, and 13.74" (349mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of September in Cottonwood, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:29 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Cottonwood is 9.9h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In September, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cottonwood in September?

In Cottonwood, 77.5°F (25.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 58.3°F (14.6°C) is the average low-temperature during September. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 47%, September is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in September?

In Cottonwood, the average relative humidity in September is 47%.

How much does it rain in September?

In Cottonwood, in September, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cottonwood?

June through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cottonwood have in September?

The average day length in September is 12h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 6:29 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cottonwood have in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration in Cottonwood is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in September in Cottonwood?

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

Average temperature in September - Cottonwood, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 77.5°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 (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 58.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in September
Cottonwood, SD

Average pressure in September - Cottonwood, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Cottonwood, SD

Average wind speed in September - Cottonwood, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).

Average humidity in September
Cottonwood, SD

Average humidity in September - Cottonwood, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).

Average rainfall in September
Cottonwood, SD

Average rainfall in September - Cottonwood, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in September
Cottonwood, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Cottonwood, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in September
Cottonwood, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Cottonwood, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in September
Cottonwood, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (14.1 days).

Average UV index in September
Cottonwood, SD

Average UV index in September - Cottonwood, SD
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in September
Cottonwood, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Cottonwood, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in September
Cottonwood, SD

Average visibility in September - Cottonwood, 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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