September weather forecast
Fruitdale, SD

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Fruitdale, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 53.6°F (12°C) and an average high of 73.9°F (23.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of September involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 83.1°F (28.4°C) in August to a still warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). The average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) is witnessed during September.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fruitdale, during September, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100 rainfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) 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 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Fruitdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.1 days and aggregates up to 23.54" (598mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September in Fruitdale, South Dakota, is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of September in Fruitdale, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In Fruitdale, the average sunshine in September is 10.5h.

UV index

In Fruitdale, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in September translates into these instructions:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fruitdale in September?

In September, in Fruitdale, the average high-temperature is 73.9°F (23.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Fruitdale?

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

How much does it rain in Fruitdale in September?

In September, in Fruitdale, South Dakota, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout September, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Fruitdale?

September is the first month it typically snows in Fruitdale, South Dakota. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fruitdale have in September?

The average day length in September in Fruitdale, South Dakota, is 12h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Fruitdale?

On the first day of September in Fruitdale, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 6:36 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fruitdale have in September?

In Fruitdale, the average sunshine duration in September is 10.5h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Fruitdale?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Fruitdale, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Fruitdale, SD

Average pressure in September - Fruitdale, 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
Fruitdale, SD

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in September
Fruitdale, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in September
Fruitdale, SD

Average rainfall in September - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in September
Fruitdale, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in September
Fruitdale, SD

Average snowfall in September - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Fruitdale, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Fruitdale, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in September
Fruitdale, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.6 days).

Average UV index in September
Fruitdale, SD

Average UV index in September - Fruitdale, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Fruitdale, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Fruitdale, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in September
Fruitdale, SD

Average visibility in September - Fruitdale, 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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