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Chapel Hill Weather in September

During September, Chapel Hill experiences high daytime temperatures of 28°C (82°F) and cooler nights around 17°C (63°F). As the wettest month of the year, expect frequent rainfall.

Rainfall in Chapel Hill in September

As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. Typically around 10 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 136 mm (5.4 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Chapel Hill in September

September in Chapel Hill brings high temperatures, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and nights around 17°C (63°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights cool down to 17°C (63°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Chapel Hill in September

Enjoy a sunny month with about 217 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Chapel Hill even more beautiful.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April and October typically offer the best weather for Chapel Hill.

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Chapel Hill Temperature in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C (82°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 136 mm (5.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 217 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 58% *  
* Data from: Raleigh, the United States of America (40 KM, 25 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in September

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in September →

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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).

What to Wear in Chapel Hill in September

Warm temperatures in September make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Chapel Hill in September

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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