September weather forecast
Fords, VA

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Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Fords, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 81.3°F (27.4°C) and min 62.6°F (17°C).

Temperature

September is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a hot 88.3°F (31.3°C) in August to a moderately hot 81.3°F (27.4°C). September is noted for a mean low-temperature of 62.6°F (17°C).

Heat index

Throughout September, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is September, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fords, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Fords, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:55 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in September transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures in Fords?

The average high-temperature, in September, in Fords, is 81.3°F (27.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 62.6°F (17°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Fords?

The average relative humidity in September in Fords, Virginia, is 73%.

What is the driest month in Fords?

The month with the least rainfall in Fords, Virginia, is September, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in September in Fords?

In September, in Fords, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout September, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fords?

May through October are months without snowfall in Fords, Virginia.

How many hours of daylight does Fords have in September?

In Fords, the average day length in September is 12h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Fords?

On the first day of September in Fords, Virginia, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:55 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fords have in September?

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

What is the UV index reading in September in Fords?

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Fords is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Fords, VA

Average temperature in September - Fords, VA
  • Average high temperature in September: 81.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 62.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in September
Fords, VA

Average pressure in September - Fords, VA
  • Average pressure in September: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Fords, VA

Average wind speed in September - Fords, VA
  • Average wind speed in September: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Fords, VA

Average humidity in September - Fords, VA
  • Average humidity in September: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (68%).

Average rainfall in September
Fords, VA

Average rainfall in September - Fords, VA
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in September
Fords, VA

Average rainfall days in September - Fords, VA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in September
Fords, VA

Average snowfall in September - Fords, VA
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Fords, VA

Average snowfall days in September - Fords, VA
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Fords, VA

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Fords, VA
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in September
Fords, VA

Average sunshine days in September - Fords, VA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in September
Fords, VA

Average UV index in September - Fords, VA
  • Average UV index in September: 5

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

Average cloud cover in September
Fords, VA

Average cloud cover in September - Fords, VA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in September
Fords, VA

Average visibility in September - Fords, VA
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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