September weather forecast
Platte, SD

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Weather in September

September marks the onset of fall, bringing about perceptible changes in Platte’s weather conditions. Apart from the decrease in temperature and rainfall, September enjoys relatively lower humidity compared to the peak summer months. The city records a lower rainfall level, buckling to 1.02" (26mm) only. As autumn becomes more pronounced in October, expect further reductions in temperature and rainfall.

Temperature

As August transitions into September, Platte sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C) to a still warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). Throughout September, Platte's nights cool down to an average of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity in Platte is 63%.

Rainfall

In Platte, in September, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Platte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.1 days and collects up to 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Platte, snow does not fall in May through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of September, in Platte, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Platte, the average sunshine in September is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Platte is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in September converts into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures in Platte?

The high-temperature in Platte during September is 76.3°F (24.6°C) and the low-temperature is 55.4°F (13°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 evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Platte?

In September, the average relative humidity is 63%.

How many days does it rain in September in Platte?

In September, in Platte, South Dakota, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout September, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Platte?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in Platte in September?

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

What is the average length of the day in September in Platte?

The average day length in September in Platte, South Dakota, is 12h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Platte?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 8:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Platte, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 7:17 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Platte have in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration in Platte is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in September in Platte?

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Platte, South Dakota, is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Platte, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in September
Platte, SD

Average pressure in September - Platte, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Platte, SD

Average wind speed in September - Platte, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in September
Platte, SD

Average humidity in September - Platte, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in September
Platte, SD

Average rainfall in September - Platte, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in September
Platte, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Platte, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in September
Platte, SD

Average snowfall in September - Platte, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Platte, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Platte, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Platte, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in September
Platte, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Platte, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in September
Platte, SD

Average UV index in September - Platte, SD
  • Average UV index in September: 5

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
Platte, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Platte, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in September
Platte, SD

Average visibility in September - Platte, 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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