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United States of America Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the United States of America in September.

Planning a journey to the United States of America this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the United States of America in September

In September, the United States of America experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Denali National Park and Preserve at 1°C (34°F) to very hot in Furnace Creek at 42°C (108°F). At night it cools down to 25°C (77°F) in Furnace Creek and -5°C (23°F) in Denali National Park and Preserve.

To explore the conditions in the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Buttonwillow with an average of 0.1 mm (0 in) to heavy rainfall in Captain Cook with 530 mm (21 in).

Average sunshine

September brings good sunshine to many areas. New York City sees around 218 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore the United States of America by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the United States of America — and find the best time to visit. (based on New York City)

Best Places to Visit in the United States of America in September

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the United States of America

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in the United States of America?

Temperature range in the United States of America (September)

Precipitation variation in the United States of America (September)

New York City

In September New York City generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
25°C (77°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
218 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Kissimmee

In September Kissimmee generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
270 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
152 mm (6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
20 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Orlando

In September Orlando generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
204 mm (8 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
18 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Los Angeles

In September Los Angeles generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
347 hours
278 hours
255 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
3 days
Weather conditions

Destin

In September Destin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
171 mm (6.7 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
10 days
6 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the United States of America in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
New York City 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Los Angeles 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 4.6 mm (0.2 in)
Miami 32°C (90°F) 25°C (77°F) 238 mm (9.4 in)
Sedona 30°C (86°F) 15°C (59°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Houston 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 157 mm (6.2 in)
Las Vegas 35°C (95°F) 22°C (72°F) 6.1 mm (0.2 in)

The United States of America weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the United States of America in September?

In September, the United States of America generally has perfect weather conditions. New York City sees daytime temperatures near 25°C (77°F), with nights cooling to roughly 18°C (64°F).

What is the average temperature in the United States of America in September?

In New York City, the average daytime high in September is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 18°C (64°F).

Does the United States of America get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. New York City averages just 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for the United States of America.

Is September a Good Time to Visit the United States of America?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to the United States of America. Typically, the climate in New York City is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the United States of America is in September with generally perfect weather in New York City. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the United States of America.

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