September weather forecast
Girdwood, AK

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Weather in September

With fall on the horizon in Girdwood, September sees temperatures, daylight, and sunshine hours decrease from August but remains rainier than October. The arrival of fall is exhibited in increased cloudiness, dropping temperature, and shortened days which continue from now until the winter solstice in December.

Temperature

A mild drop in Girdwood's average high-temperature is observed in September, transitioning from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in August to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Girdwood records an average temperature drop to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) in September.

Humidity

In Girdwood, the average relative humidity in September is 87%.

Rainfall

In Girdwood, in September, during 18.7 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Girdwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Girdwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.4 days and aggregates up to 43.31" (1100mm) of snow.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 9:01 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 7:29 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Girdwood, the average sunshine in September is 5h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in September, converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures?

The high-temperature, in September, in Girdwood, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Girdwood?

In September, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In Girdwood, during September, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in September?

In Girdwood, the average day length in September is 12h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 9:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 7:29 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Girdwood have in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

How high is the UV index in September?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Girdwood, AK

Average temperature in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average high temperature in September: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

Average pressure in September
Girdwood, AK

Average pressure in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average pressure in September: 29.75"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.66"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Girdwood, AK

Average wind speed in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average wind speed in September: 5.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in September
Girdwood, AK

Average humidity in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average humidity in September: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

Average rainfall in September
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in September
Girdwood, AK

Average rainfall days in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average rainfall days in September: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in September
Girdwood, AK

Average snowfall in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average snowfall in September: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Girdwood, AK

Average snowfall days in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Girdwood, AK

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in September
Girdwood, AK

Average sunshine days in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average sunshine days in September: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

Average UV index in September
Girdwood, AK

Average UV index in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average UV index in September: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in September
Girdwood, AK

Average cloud cover in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average cloud cover in September: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in September
Girdwood, AK

Average visibility in September - Girdwood, AK
  • Average visibility in September: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (4mi).

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