September weather forecast
Fort Thompson, SD

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Fort Thompson, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 76.3°F (24.6°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

September's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a warm 85.8°F (29.9°C) in August to a still moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C). In the month of September, Fort Thompson witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

The least humid month is September, with an average relative humidity of 58%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout September, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Thompson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fort Thompson, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during September translates into these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in September?

The high-temperature, in September, in Fort Thompson, is 76.3°F (24.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 55.9°F (13.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is September, with an average relative humidity of 58%.

What is the average humidity in September?

In September, the average relative humidity is 58%.

How much does it rain in September?

In September, in Fort Thompson, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout September, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Fort Thompson, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in September?

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

What is the average length of the day in September?

In September, the average day length is 12h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Fort Thompson?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Fort Thompson?

In Fort Thompson, the average sunshine duration in September is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in September?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
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Average temperature in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average temperature in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average pressure in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average wind speed in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average humidity in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average rainfall in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 8.5 days

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

Average snowfall in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average snowfall in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Fort Thompson, 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average UV index in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average UV index in September: 5

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

Average cloud cover in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average visibility in September - Fort Thompson, 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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