September weather forecast
Groton, SD

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Groton, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 74.3°F (23.5°C) and 52.9°F (11.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of September suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from 83.1°F (28.4°C) in August to a still warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). During the month of September, an average temperature of 52.9°F (11.6°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout September, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Groton, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Groton, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In Groton, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during September, leads to the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures?

The high-temperature, in September, in Groton, records 74.3°F (23.5°C), while the low-temperature is 52.9°F (11.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity in Groton are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 60%.

What is the average humidity in September?

The average relative humidity in September is 60%.

How much does it rain in September?

In Groton, in September, during 8.9 rainfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

June through September are months without snowfall in Groton.

Does it snow in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does Groton have in September?

The average day length in September is 12h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 7:13 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

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

What is the UV index reading in September?

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

Average temperature in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average pressure in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average wind speed in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average humidity in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average rainfall in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average snowfall in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average UV index in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Groton, 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
Groton, SD

Average visibility in September - Groton, 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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