Badlands National Park weather in September
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers. Average highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C, with around 6 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Badlands National Park. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
25°C
Average low
13°C
Rainy days
6 days
Best months to visit
June, August, September
What to do in Badlands National Park in September
Whatever the weather, Badlands National Park rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Drive the Badlands Loop Road stopping at scenic pullouts
Hike Notch Trail ascending a narrow ravine
Walk Door Trail among the buttes and prairie grass
Explore the Badlands Wall formation and fossil beds
Visit the Ben Reifel Visitor Center for geology exhibits
Camp under stars in the park's isolated location
What to pack for September
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
2C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
February
2C
Cold, with occasional showers.
March
9C
Cold, with occasional showers.
April
13C
Cool, with occasional showers.
May
20C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
June
27C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
July
31C
Hot and humid, with occasional showers.
Recommended
August
29C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
September (you are here)
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
15C
Cool, with occasional showers.
November
9C
Cold, and mostly sunny skies.
December
2C
Cold, with occasional showers.
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