September weather forecast
Sioux Falls, SD

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The Sioux Falls in South Dakota, flowing downstream over rocks under the perfect evening skyline
The Sioux Falls in South Dakota, flowing downstream over rocks under the perfect evening skyline

Weather in September

As the calendar flips over to September in Sioux Falls, a pleasant change in weather marks the transitioning into the enchanting fall season. With the temperature dipping to a comfortable 74.3°F (23.5°C), the city bids goodbye to the hot summer days. An enhanced cloud percentage shadows the fall foliage demonstrating a beautiful play of shadow and light. The slight increase in rainfall heightens the autumnal ambiance, cloaking the city in an alluring mystique. September in Sioux Falls is truly an experience dipped in colors of fall.

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during September, shifting from a moderately hot 81.1°F (27.3°C) in August to a still warm 74.3°F (23.5°C). In September, Sioux Falls's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 53.2°F (11.8°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Sioux Falls, the average relative humidity in September is 70%.

Rainfall

In Sioux Falls, in September, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.1 rainfall days, and 20.71" (526mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 4 during September morphs into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in September in Sioux Falls?

In Sioux Falls, in September, the average high-temperature is 74.3°F (23.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Sioux Falls?

In September, the average relative humidity in Sioux Falls is 70%.

How much does it rain in Sioux Falls in September?

In Sioux Falls, South Dakota, during September, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Sioux Falls?

In Sioux Falls, South Dakota, snow does not fall in June through September.

Does it snow in Sioux Falls in September?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sioux Falls have in September?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Sioux Falls?

On the first day of September in Sioux Falls, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sioux Falls have in September?

In Sioux Falls, the average sunshine duration in September is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in September in Sioux Falls?

In Sioux Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Sioux Falls, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 53.2°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 (9.7°F).

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Average pressure in September
Sioux Falls, SD

Average pressure in September - Sioux Falls, SD
  • Average pressure in September: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Sioux Falls, SD

Average wind speed in September - Sioux Falls, SD
  • Average wind speed in September: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in September
Sioux Falls, SD

Average humidity in September - Sioux Falls, 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 (66%).

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Average rainfall in September
Sioux Falls, SD

Average rainfall in September - Sioux Falls, SD
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in September
Sioux Falls, SD

Average rainfall days in September - Sioux Falls, SD
  • Average rainfall days in September: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Sioux Falls, SD

Average snowfall in September - Sioux Falls, SD
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Sioux Falls, SD

Average snowfall days in September - Sioux Falls, SD
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Sioux Falls, SD

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Sioux Falls, 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 5min

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
Sioux Falls, SD

Average sunshine days in September - Sioux Falls, SD
  • Average sunshine days in September: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10 days).

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Average UV index in September
Sioux Falls, SD

Average UV index in September - Sioux Falls, 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).

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Average cloud cover in September
Sioux Falls, SD

Average cloud cover in September - Sioux Falls, SD
  • Average cloud cover in September: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in September
Sioux Falls, SD

Average visibility in September - Sioux Falls, 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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