September weather forecast
Elm Springs, SD

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Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Elm Springs, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 54°F (12.2°C) and 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

Elm Springs's weather subtly changes with the onset of September, barely falling from a warm 82.8°F (28.2°C) in August to a still moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). Throughout the month of September, Elm Springs observes an average nighttime temperature of 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout September, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.8 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:32 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Elm Springs is 10.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in September suggests the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in September?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Elm Springs during September are 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 54°F (12.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

What is the average humidity in September?

In Elm Springs, the average relative humidity in September is 50%.

How much does it rain in September?

In Elm Springs, in September, during 7.8 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in September?

In September, the average day length is 12h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:32 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Elm Springs?

The average sunshine duration in September is 10.4h.

What is the UV index reading in September?

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

Average temperature in September - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in September
Elm Springs, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Elm Springs, SD

Average wind speed in September - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Elm Springs, SD

Average humidity in September - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

Average rainfall in September
Elm Springs, SD

Average rainfall in September - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in September
Elm Springs, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in September
Elm Springs, SD

Average snowfall in September - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Elm Springs, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Elm Springs, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in September
Elm Springs, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in September
Elm Springs, SD

Average UV index in September - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Elm Springs, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Elm Springs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in September
Elm Springs, SD

Average visibility in September - Elm Springs, 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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