September weather forecast
Fort Thompson, SD

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Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Fort Thompson, is still a warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.3°F (24.6°C) and 55.9°F (13.3°C).

Temperature

With September's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from August's 85.8°F (29.9°C) to a still warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). In Fort Thompson, an average nighttime temperature of 55.9°F (13.3°C) is expected during September.

Humidity

The least humid month in Fort Thompson is September, with an average relative humidity of 58%.

Rainfall

In Fort Thompson, during September, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through September are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September in Fort Thompson is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of September in Fort Thompson, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Fort Thompson, the average sunshine in September is 8.8h.

UV index

In Fort Thompson, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in September, converts into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures in Fort Thompson?

The high-temperature during September is 76.3°F (24.6°C) and the low-temperature is 55.9°F (13.3°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 computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the least humid month in Fort Thompson?

The least humid month is September, with an average relative humidity of 58%.

What is the average humidity in September in Fort Thompson?

In Fort Thompson, the average relative humidity in September is 58%.

How many days does it rain in September in Fort Thompson?

In September, in Fort Thompson, South Dakota, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout September, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fort Thompson?

In Fort Thompson, South Dakota, snow does not fall in May through September.

Does it snow in Fort Thompson in September?

In Fort Thompson, South Dakota, in September, it doesn't snow. In October, it regularly snows.

What is the average length of the day in September in Fort Thompson?

In Fort Thompson, the average day length in September is 12h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Fort Thompson?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 7:19 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Thompson have in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration in Fort Thompson is 8.8h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Fort Thompson?

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Fort Thompson is 5. A UV Index reading 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
Fort Thompson, SD

Average temperature in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 55.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

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Average pressure in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average pressure in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.95"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average wind speed in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

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Average humidity in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average humidity in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

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Average rainfall in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average rainfall in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average snowfall in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 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
Fort Thompson, SD

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Fort Thompson, 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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average UV index in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average UV index in September: 5

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

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Average cloud cover in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in September
Fort Thompson, SD

Average visibility in September - Fort Thompson, SD
  • 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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