September weather forecast
Hot Springs, SD

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Weather in September

September introduces the arrival of fall in Hot Springs. While remnants of the summer heat persist, the city's average high temperature decreases to 75.2°F (24°C), signaling the start of cooler days. Average rainfall dips to 1.14" (29mm), offering clear skies and pleasant weather for most of the month. The descending temperatures, decreasing daylight hours, and changing vegetation usher in the beginning of the mild autumn months. While summer recedes, the city's weather continues to offer excellent conditions for outdoor activities.

Temperature

September brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from 84°F (28.9°C) in August to a still moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C). During September, Hot Springs's temperature averages to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hot Springs, in September, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hot Springs, South Dakota, there are 115.8 rainfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Hot Springs, South Dakota. September is the first month it typically snows in Hot Springs, South Dakota. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hot Springs, there are 49.2 snowfall days, and 23.19" (589mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hot Springs, South Dakota, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of September, in Hot Springs, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:36 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

In Hot Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during September translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Suggestions to stave off sun damage are provided. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hot Springs in September?

During September, Hot Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 75.2°F (24°C) and a low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Hot Springs?

In Hot Springs, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in September is 48%.

How many days does it rain in September in Hot Springs?

In Hot Springs, during September, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Hot Springs?

September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hot Springs have in September?

In September, the average day length in Hot Springs, South Dakota, is 12h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Hot Springs?

On the first day of September in Hot Springs, South Dakota, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:36 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Hot Springs have in September?

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

What is the UV index reading in September in Hot Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Hot Springs, South Dakota, 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
Hot Springs, SD

Average temperature in September - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 75.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.5°F).

Average pressure in September
Hot Springs, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Hot Springs, SD

Average wind speed in September - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in September
Hot Springs, SD

Average humidity in September - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

Average rainfall in September
Hot Springs, SD

Average rainfall in September - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in September
Hot Springs, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in September
Hot Springs, SD

Average snowfall in September - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in September
Hot Springs, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Hot Springs, 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: 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in September
Hot Springs, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in September
Hot Springs, SD

Average UV index in September - Hot Springs, 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
Hot Springs, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Hot Springs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in September
Hot Springs, SD

Average visibility in September - Hot 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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