September weather forecast
Santa Fe, NM

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Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico
Beautiful sunset over the St. Francis of Assisi Basilica in Santa Fe, New Mexico

Weather in September

As the city transitions into autumn, September brings slight chill to Santa Fe's air. A steady decrease in temperature to 74.1°F indicates the onset of fall. Even so, Santa Fe's sunny disposition continues, with significant daylight hours and a UV index of 5. The reduction in rainfall days from August makes room for comfier, drier days. The blend of bright sunlit days and cooling temperatures makes September a perfect testament to the soothing charm of Santa Fe's fall.

Temperature

The arrival of September in Santa Fe correlates with a minor temperature reduction, down from August's 79.9°F to a still warm 74.1°F. During September, Santa Fe perceives a consistent contrast from the daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 52°F.

Humidity

In Santa Fe, the average relative humidity in September is 48%.

Rainfall

In Santa Fe, in September, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 0.91" of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 90.3 rainfall days, and 9.8" of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:49 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 11.4h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during September morphs into the following directions:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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FAQ

What are the temperatures in Santa Fe in September?

During September, Santa Fe experiences an average high-temperature of 74.1°F and a low-temperature of 52°F. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 82.4°F.

What is the average humidity in September in Santa Fe?

In September, the average relative humidity in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is 48%.

How much does it rain in Santa Fe in September?

In Santa Fe, New Mexico, during September, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Santa Fe?

In Santa Fe, New Mexico, snow does not fall in June through September.

Does it snow in Santa Fe in September?

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

What is the average length of the day in September in Santa Fe?

In September, the average day length in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is 12h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Santa Fe?

On the first day of September in Santa Fe, New Mexico, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:49 pm MDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Fe have in September?

In Santa Fe, New Mexico, the average sunshine duration in September is 11.4h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Santa Fe?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Santa Fe is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average temperature in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average high temperature in September: 74.1°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 (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 52°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average pressure in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average pressure in September: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average wind speed in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average wind speed in September: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average humidity in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average humidity in September: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (32%).

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Average rainfall in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average rainfall days in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average rainfall days in September: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.71").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average snowfall days in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (7.9 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
Santa Fe, NM

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • 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: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average sunshine days in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average sunshine days in September: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average UV index in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average cloud cover in September - Santa Fe, NM
  • Average cloud cover in September: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in September
Santa Fe, NM

Average visibility in September - Santa Fe, 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).

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