September weather forecast
Box Elder, SD

Share

Weather in September

As September arrives, Box Elder starts to experience a significant reduction in temperature, affecting the sunny, summer spirit. The city enters the transitional phase towards autumn with shorter days and a remarkable drop in the highest temperatures, marking the end of hot summer days. The level of rainfall increases slightly to 0.94" (24mm), adding a cooling effect to the environment. Colors start to change, forming a spectacular mosaic of autumn shades that precede the colder months. By the end of September, Box Elder is adorned with the typical autumn aura, ready to embrace the swift transition into full-fledged fall.

Temperature

Box Elder observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of September, falling from August's warm 82.8°F (28.2°C) to a still moderately hot 73.9°F (23.3°C). Throughout September, the nighttime temperature in Box Elder averages to a fresh 54°F (12.2°C).

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 50%, are the least humid months in Box Elder, South Dakota.

Rainfall

In September, in Box Elder, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout September, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Box Elder, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Box Elder. September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Box Elder, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:34 pm MDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Box Elder is 10.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In September, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Box Elder in September?

Box Elder in September has an average high-temperature of 73.9°F (23.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 54°F (12.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the least humid months in Box Elder?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 50%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in September in Box Elder?

In September, the average relative humidity in Box Elder is 50%.

How many days does it rain in September in Box Elder?

In Box Elder, during September, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Box Elder?

September is the first month it typically snows in Box Elder. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Box Elder have in September?

In Box Elder, South Dakota, the average day length in September is 12h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Box Elder?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Box Elder, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:34 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Box Elder?

In September, the average sunshine duration in Box Elder, South Dakota, is 10.4h.

How high is the UV index in September in Box Elder?

In Box Elder, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in September
Box Elder, SD

Average temperature in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 73.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 54°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in September
Box Elder, SD

Average pressure in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in September
Box Elder, SD

Average wind speed in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in September
Box Elder, SD

Average humidity in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in September
Box Elder, SD

Average rainfall in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in September
Box Elder, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in September
Box Elder, SD

Average snowfall in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in September
Box Elder, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Box Elder, SD

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Box Elder, SD
  • 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: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in September
Box Elder, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in September
Box Elder, SD

Average UV index in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average UV index in September: 4

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

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in September
Box Elder, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Box Elder, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 18

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

[Resources]

Average visibility in September
Box Elder, SD

Average visibility in September - Box Elder, SD
  • 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).

[Resources]

Box Elder, South Dakota, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location