September weather forecast
Council Bluffs, IA

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Weather in September

September brings the onset of fall, with noticeable changes including shorter daylight of 12.5 hours. The weather in Council Bluffs transitions to cooler temperatures, with highs averaging 76.6°F (24.8°C). Rainfall decreases again to around 2.09" (53mm), indicating the city’s progress into drier autumn days. Offering an even more brilliant array of flora, September's fall colors begin to peek through painting the city in shades of reds, oranges, and yellows. Consequently, the charm of Council Bluffs becomes increasingly evident as the month progresses.

Temperature

In September, the average high-temperature in Council Bluffs marginally drops from 82.6°F (28.1°C) in August to a still warm 76.6°F (24.8°C). An average low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C) is observed in Council Bluffs during the September nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September is 72%.

Rainfall

In Council Bluffs, during September, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Council Bluffs, there are 122.5 rainfall days, and 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Council Bluffs, Iowa, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of September, in Council Bluffs, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in September suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures in Council Bluffs?

Council Bluffs in September has an average high-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 57°F (13.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Council Bluffs?

In Council Bluffs, Iowa, the average relative humidity in September is 72%.

How many days does it rain in September in Council Bluffs?

In Council Bluffs, during September, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Council Bluffs?

In Council Bluffs, snow does not fall in June through September.

Does it snow in Council Bluffs in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does Council Bluffs have in September?

In Council Bluffs, Iowa, the average day length in September is 12h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Council Bluffs?

On the first day of September in Council Bluffs, Iowa, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 7:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Council Bluffs?

In September, the average sunshine duration in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is 9h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Council Bluffs?

In Council Bluffs, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average temperature in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average high temperature in September: 76.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 57°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average pressure in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average pressure in September: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average wind speed in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average wind speed in September: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average humidity in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average humidity in September: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average rainfall in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average rainfall days in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average snowfall in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average snowfall days in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average sunshine days in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average UV index in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average cloud cover in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in September
Council Bluffs, IA

Average visibility in September - Council Bluffs, IA
  • 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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