September weather forecast
Yellowknife, Canada

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Purple and blue colors of a scenic aurora borealis seen in the hilly region of Yellowknife in Canada
Purple and blue colors of a scenic aurora borealis seen in the hilly region of Yellowknife in Canada

Weather in September

September marks the commencement of autumn in Yellowknife. Prominent changes can be felt with a drop in the month's maximum temperature to 10.8°C (51.4°F). Several hues of orange, red, and brown start adorning the city's landscapes due to falling leaves. Meanwhile, the mornings are imbued with a pleasant coolness that continues through the day. With reduced daylight hours, the early hints of an approaching winter can be felt.

Temperature

The arrival of September corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from August's enjoyable 17.6°C (63.7°F) to a cool 10.8°C (51.4°F). Yellowknife's nighttime temperature during September is consistently averaged at a wintry 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Yellowknife is 74%.

Rainfall

In Yellowknife, during September, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. In Yellowknife, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.2 days and collects up to 207mm (8.15") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. September is the first month it typically snows in Yellowknife. Throughout September, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 112.8 snowfall days, and 564mm (22.2") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Yellowknife, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:09 pm MDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Yellowknife is 6.8h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Yellowknife in September?

In September, in Yellowknife, the average high-temperature is 10.8°C (51.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.2°C (41.4°F).

What is the average humidity in September in Yellowknife?

The average relative humidity in September is 74%.

How many days does it rain in September in Yellowknife?

In September, in Yellowknife, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout September, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Yellowknife?

September is the first month it typically snows in Yellowknife, Canada. Throughout September, in the average 2.5 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in September in Yellowknife?

The average day length in September is 12h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Yellowknife?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 7:09 pm MDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Yellowknife?

The average sunshine duration in September in Yellowknife, Canada, is 6.8h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Yellowknife?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average temperature in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average high temperature in September: 10.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-18.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-25.2°C).

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Average pressure in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average pressure in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average pressure in September: 1010.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1009.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average wind speed in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average wind speed in September: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (12.2km/h).

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Average humidity in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average humidity in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average humidity in September: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (98%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

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Average rainfall in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average rainfall in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average rainfall in September: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (41mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average rainfall days in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in September: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average snowfall in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average snowfall in September: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (114mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average snowfall days in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in September: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average sunshine days in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average UV index in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average UV index in September: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average cloud cover in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in September: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 87).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in September
Yellowknife, Canada

Average visibility in September - Yellowknife, Canada
  • Average visibility in September: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).

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