September weather forecast
Wounded Knee, SD

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Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Wounded Knee, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 55.9°F (13.3°C) and 77°F (25°C).

Temperature

Wounded Knee's September weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C) in August to a still warm 77°F (25°C). In September, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 49%.

Rainfall

In Wounded Knee, during September, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Wounded Knee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.7 days and collects up to 13.66" (347mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 22.72" (577mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Wounded Knee is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:31 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 10.2h.

UV index

In Wounded Knee, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during September translates into these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in September?

September temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 77°F (25°C) and a low-temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In September, the average relative humidity is 49%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In Wounded Knee, in September, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

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

What is the average length of the day in September?

The average day length in September is 12h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 6:31 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

The average sunshine duration in September is 10.2h.

What is the UV index reading in September?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average temperature in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 77°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average pressure in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average wind speed in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average humidity in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 49%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average rainfall in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average snowfall in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 10h and 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 22.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

Average UV index in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average UV index in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Wounded Knee, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in September
Wounded Knee, SD

Average visibility in September - Wounded Knee, 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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