Temperatures in September
It's warm in September in South Dakota with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 17°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for South Dakota in September. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of September
The month of September starts in South Dakota with hot temperatures, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights close to 15°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-September
By mid-September, the average daytime temperature drops to around 27°C, with nights close to 13°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of September
By the end of September, the average daytime temperature in South Dakota will be around 24°C, with nights close to 12°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Precipitation in September
In September, there is an average of 44 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 21% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in September for South Dakota. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
South Dakota in September |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
26°C | 20°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 22°C | |
| Low Temp |
22°C | 17°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
44 mm | 44 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
6 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is September a good time to visit South Dakota?
Want nice weather? Then September is a great time to be in South Dakota. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for South Dakota in September
With 40°C, South Dakota hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in September 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 3°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in September in South Dakota
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in September in South Dakota, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in September in South Dakota
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in September for South Dakota, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for September, you can expect around 6 days of rain in South Dakota.
Daily UV Index in September in South Dakota
This chart shows the average daily UV index in September in South Dakota, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in September in South Dakota Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in September in South Dakota, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in September in South Dakota Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in September in South Dakota, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in September for South Dakota
Click on a specific day in September for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in South Dakota. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in South Dakota by Month
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