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Columbus Weather in September

Columbus in September averages 26°C (79°F) during the day and 14°C (57°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Columbus in September

Historically, approximately 9 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 83 mm (3.3 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Columbus in September

Columbus has excellent weather in September, with days reaching 26°C (79°F) and nights cooling to 14°C (57°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights cool down to 14°C (57°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 Columbus in September

The month enjoys around 235 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

Columbus Temperature in September

Min Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Max Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
83 mm (3.3 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
75% *
Sunshine
235 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
62% *
* Data from: Indianapolis, the United States of America (66 KM, 41 Miles).

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Best Places 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).

What to Wear in Columbus in September

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in September. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Columbus 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
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    7/10

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