September weather forecast
Madison, WI

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The State Capitol building in Madison, Wisconsin, on a beautiful spring evening
The State Capitol building in Madison, Wisconsin, on a beautiful spring evening

Weather in September

September brings the onset of fall to Madison, Wisconsin with temperatures dropping to an average high of 71.1°F (21.7°C). The leaves begin to change colour, offering a picturesque landscape against the backdrop of lakes and parklands. The daylight hours start to shorten and a hint of briskness in the evening air signals the end of warm summer days. Despite these changes, the largely sunny weather and a lesser crowd post-summer vacation period make it an idyllic time for exploring the city.

Temperature

As September begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a warm 77.4°F (25.2°C) in August to an agreeable 71.1°F (21.7°C). In Madison, the average temperature during the nights of September drops to a fresh 52°F (11.1°C).

Humidity

In Madison, the average relative humidity in September is 81%.

Rainfall

In Madison, in September, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madison, Wisconsin, there are 50.2 rainfall days, and 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:40 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during September morphs into the following directions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Madison in September?

In Madison, in September, the average high-temperature is 71.1°F (21.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 52°F (11.1°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In September, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in September?

In Madison, during September, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Madison?

May through September are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in September?

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

What is the average length of the day in September?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 6:40 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

How high is the UV index in September?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Madison, WI

Average temperature in September - Madison, WI
  • Average high temperature in September: 71.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in September
Madison, WI

Average pressure in September - Madison, WI
  • Average pressure in September: 30.03"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Madison, WI

Average wind speed in September - Madison, WI
  • Average wind speed in September: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in September
Madison, WI

Average humidity in September - Madison, WI
  • Average humidity in September: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in September
Madison, WI

Average rainfall in September - Madison, WI
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.63").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0.24").

Average rainfall days in September
Madison, WI

Average rainfall days in September - Madison, WI
  • Average rainfall days in September: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (6.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in September
Madison, WI

Average snowfall in September - Madison, WI
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Madison, WI

Average snowfall days in September - Madison, WI
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Madison, WI

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Madison, WI
  • 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in September
Madison, WI

Average sunshine days in September - Madison, WI
  • Average sunshine days in September: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (19.8 days).

Average UV index in September
Madison, WI

Average UV index in September - Madison, WI
  • Average UV index in September: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in September
Madison, WI

Average cloud cover in September - Madison, WI
  • Average cloud cover in September: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in September
Madison, WI

Average visibility in September - Madison, WI
  • Average visibility in September: 5mi

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

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