September weather forecastFloyd, NM

September

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Floyd, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 61.2°F (16.2°C) and an average high of 81.7°F (27.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of September corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a tropical 90.1°F (32.3°C) in August to a warm 81.7°F (27.6°C). During September nights, Floyd records an average temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C).

Heat index

September's mean heat index is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 53%.

Rainfall

In Floyd, during September, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86.6 rainfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Floyd, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of September, in Floyd, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:39 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 10.2h.

UV index

In Floyd, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in September translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Floyd, 81.7°F (27.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 61.2°F (16.2°C) is the average low-temperature during September. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 82.4°F (28°C).

The average relative humidity in September is 53%.

In Floyd, in September, during 12.1 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

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

In September, the average day length is 12h and 22min.

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:39 pm MDT.

In Floyd, the average sunshine duration in September is 10.2h.

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Floyd is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A September O N D

Aug

September

Oct

Average high temperature

90.1°F

81.7°F

70.2°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.8mph

11mph

12.2mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.2

22.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in September
Floyd, NM

Average high temperature in September: 81.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (90.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (50°F).

Average low temperature in September: 61.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (31.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Floyd, NM

Average pressure in September: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Floyd, NM

Average wind speed in September: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in September
Floyd, NM

Average humidity in September: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (54%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (34%).

Average rainfall in September
Floyd, NM

Average rainfall in September: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.28").

Average rainfall days in September
Floyd, NM

Average rainfall days in September: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in September
Floyd, NM

Average snowfall in September: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Floyd, NM

Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Floyd, NM

Average daylight in September: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

Average sunshine in September: 10h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in September
Floyd, NM

Average sunshine days in September: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14 days).

Average UV index in September
Floyd, NM

Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Floyd, NM

Average cloud cover in September: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in September
Floyd, NM

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).