Durham Weather in September

During September, Durham 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 Durham in September

As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. You can expect rain on roughly 9 days based on historical data, averaging 140 mm (5.5 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Durham in September

Expect highs of 28°C (82°F) in Durham in September, with nights dropping to around 17°C (63°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. Nights drop to around 17°C (63°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Durham in September

The month enjoys around 217 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

For Durham itself, April and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.