September weather forecast
Dover, DE

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The public Archives building in Dover, Delaware, between two large trees
The public Archives building in Dover, Delaware, between two large trees

Weather in September

September signals the beginning of autumn, with the weather starting to cool down significantly from the summer high, reaching 76.3°F (24.6°C). Coupled with a decline in daily sunshine hours to 9.2, this shift indicates the changing seasons. The month of September puts an end to the hot summer while simultaneously introducing a transition towards cooler, more fluctuating weather patterns. The nights become longer, and the decrease in relative humidity to 78% is a telltale sign of a more comfortable climate approaching. City dwellers also enjoy the calming wind patterns, with gusts peaking at 11.8mph (19km/h).

Temperature

In the transition to September, Dover observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) in August to a still warm 76.3°F (24.6°C). An average temperature of 63°F (17.2°C) marks the nights in Dover, Delaware, in September.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dover, during September, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.3 days and collects up to 26.3" (668mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Dover is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 9.2h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in September interprets into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures in Dover?

September temperatures in Dover vary between a high-temperature of 76.3°F (24.6°C) and a low-temperature of 63°F (17.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Dover?

The average relative humidity in September in Dover, Delaware, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in September in Dover?

In September, in Dover, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout September, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Dover?

April through November are months without snowfall in Dover, Delaware.

How many hours of daylight does Dover have in September?

In Dover, Delaware, the average day length in September is 12h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Dover?

On the first day of September in Dover, Delaware, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:45 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Dover have in September?

The average sunshine duration in September in Dover, Delaware, is 9.2h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Dover?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Dover is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Dover, DE

Average temperature in September - Dover, DE
  • Average high temperature in September: 76.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 63°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in September
Dover, DE

Average pressure in September - Dover, DE
  • Average pressure in September: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Dover, DE

Average wind speed in September - Dover, DE
  • Average wind speed in September: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in September
Dover, DE

Average humidity in September - Dover, DE
  • Average humidity in September: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in September
Dover, DE

Average rainfall in September - Dover, DE
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in September
Dover, DE

Average rainfall days in September - Dover, DE
  • Average rainfall days in September: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Dover, DE

Average snowfall in September - Dover, DE
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Dover, DE

Average snowfall days in September - Dover, DE
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Dover, DE

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Dover, DE
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Dover, DE

Average sunshine days in September - Dover, DE
  • Average sunshine days in September: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in September
Dover, DE

Average UV index in September - Dover, DE
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in September
Dover, DE

Average cloud cover in September - Dover, DE
  • Average cloud cover in September: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in September
Dover, DE

Average visibility in September - Dover, DE
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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