September weather forecast
Rock Rapids, IA

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Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Rock Rapids, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 53.6°F (12°C).

Temperature

September marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from August's moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C) to a still warm 73.9°F (23.3°C). During September, the average low-temperature in Rock Rapids is a fresh 53.6°F (12°C).

Humidity

In Rock Rapids, the average relative humidity in September is 71%.

Rainfall

In Rock Rapids, in September, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 119.2 rainfall days, and 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Rock Rapids, snow does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Rock Rapids, the average sunshine in September is 8.9h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Rock Rapids is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during September translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures in Rock Rapids?

The high-temperature, in September, in Rock Rapids, records 73.9°F (23.3°C), while the low-temperature is 53.6°F (12°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Rock Rapids?

In Rock Rapids, the average relative humidity in September is 71%.

How many days does it rain in September in Rock Rapids?

In Rock Rapids, Iowa, in September, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Rock Rapids?

In Rock Rapids, snow does not fall in June through September.

Does it snow in Rock Rapids in September?

In Rock Rapids, Iowa, in September, it doesn't snow. In October, it regularly snows.

How many hours of daylight does Rock Rapids have in September?

In Rock Rapids, the average day length in September is 12h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Rock Rapids?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 7:06 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Rock Rapids?

In Rock Rapids, Iowa, the average sunshine duration in September is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Rock Rapids?

In Rock Rapids, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average temperature in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average high temperature in September: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°F).

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Average pressure in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average pressure in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average pressure in September: 29.98"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
Rock Rapids, IA

Average wind speed in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average wind speed in September: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average humidity in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average humidity in September: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average rainfall in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average rainfall days in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average snowfall in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average snowfall days in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 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
Rock Rapids, IA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average sunshine days in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average UV index in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average cloud cover in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in September
Rock Rapids, IA

Average visibility in September - Rock Rapids, IA
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

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

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