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New York State Weather in September

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

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Planning a getaway to New York State, the United States of America this September and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in New York State in September

New York State, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. September in New York State generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Old Forge at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Staten Island at 26°C (79°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Staten Island and 8°C (46°F) in Old Forge.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of New York State, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Geneseo with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Woodstock with 133 mm (5.2 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 New York State by month

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

January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March10°C (50°F) April16°C (61°F) May22°C (72°F) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August29°C (84°F) September25°C (77°F) October19°C (66°F) November13°C (55°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit New York State →

Best Places to Visit in New York State in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across New York State.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in New York State

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

Temperature range in New York State (September)

Precipitation variation in New York State (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 »
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
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in New York City →

Brooklyn

In September Brooklyn 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 »
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)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
218 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Brooklyn →

Queens

In September Queens 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 »
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
119 mm (4.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Queens →

Buffalo

In September Buffalo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
22°C (72°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
268 hours
206 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
17 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
Climate in Buffalo →

Staten Island

In September Staten Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
218 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Staten Island →

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in New York State 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)
Brooklyn 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Queens 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Buffalo 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Staten Island 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Bronx 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

New York State weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New York State, the United States of America in September?

Expect perfect weather across New York State, the United States of America in September. The popular destination of New York City averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 18°C (64°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in New York State, the United States of America in September?

Daytime temperatures in New York City peak at roughly 25°C (77°F) in September, dropping to about 18°C (64°F) overnight.

Does New York State, the United States of America get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in New York State, the United States of America. New York City averages only about 97 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit New York State, the United States of America?

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit New York State, the United States of America with overall perfect weather in New York City. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in New York City. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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