September weather forecast
Salem, SD

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Salem, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 74.3°F (23.5°C) and an average low of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

September signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from August's warm 81.1°F (27.3°C) to a still moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C). Throughout September, Salem registers a consistent average low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Salem is 70%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout September, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Salem, there are 118.3 rainfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Salem.

Daylight

In Salem, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 8.7h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Salem is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 4 in September translates into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures in Salem?

September temperatures in Salem vary between a high-temperature of 74.3°F (23.5°C) and a low-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Salem?

In Salem, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in September is 70%.

How many days does it rain in September in Salem?

In Salem, South Dakota, in September, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Salem?

In Salem, snow does not fall in June through September.

Does it snow in Salem in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in September?

The average day length in September in Salem, South Dakota, is 12h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Salem?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 7:11 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Salem have in September?

The average sunshine duration in September in Salem, South Dakota, is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Salem?

In Salem, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Salem, SD

Average temperature in September - Salem, SD
  • Average high temperature in September: 74.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 53.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

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Average pressure in September
Salem, SD

Average pressure in September - Salem, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.97"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Salem, SD

Average wind speed in September - Salem, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in September
Salem, SD

Average humidity in September - Salem, SD
  • Average humidity in September: 70%

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
Salem, SD

Average rainfall in September - Salem, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in September
Salem, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Salem, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Salem, SD

Average snowfall in September - Salem, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Salem, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Salem, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Salem, SD

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Salem, 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: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Salem, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Salem, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in September
Salem, SD

Average UV index in September - Salem, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in September
Salem, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Salem, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in September
Salem, SD

Average visibility in September - Salem, 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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