September weather forecast
Southmont, NC

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Southmont, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 81.7°F (27.6°C) and an average low of 62.4°F (16.9°C).

Temperature

September sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a tropical 87.4°F (30.8°C) in August to a moderately hot 81.7°F (27.6°C). An average minimum temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C) marks the month of September.

Heat index

The average heat index in September is computed to be a tropical 86°F (30°C). With sustained exposure and activity, exhaustion becomes probable, resulting in heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Southmont, North Carolina, in September, during 13 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 31.61" (803mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Southmont, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:05 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In Southmont, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in September suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Southmont in September?

Southmont in September has an average high-temperature of 81.7°F (27.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 62.4°F (16.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In Southmont, North Carolina, the average relative humidity in September is 74%.

How much does it rain in September?

In Southmont, during September, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Southmont, snow does not fall in April through October.

How many hours of daylight does Southmont have in September?

The average day length in September in Southmont is 12h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Southmont?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 7:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Southmont, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 7:05 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in September?

In Southmont, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Southmont, NC

Average temperature in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average high temperature in September: 81.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 62.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Southmont, NC

Average pressure in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average pressure in September: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Southmont, NC

Average wind speed in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average wind speed in September: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in September
Southmont, NC

Average humidity in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average humidity in September: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (70%).

Average rainfall in September
Southmont, NC

Average rainfall in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2.01").

Average rainfall days in September
Southmont, NC

Average rainfall days in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average rainfall days in September: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in September
Southmont, NC

Average snowfall in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Southmont, NC

Average snowfall days in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Southmont, NC

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in September
Southmont, NC

Average sunshine days in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average sunshine days in September: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in September
Southmont, NC

Average UV index in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Southmont, NC

Average cloud cover in September - Southmont, NC
  • Average cloud cover in September: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in September
Southmont, NC

Average visibility in September - Southmont, NC
  • 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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