Virginia Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Virginia, South Africa in September.

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Planning a journey to Virginia, South Africa 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 Virginia in September

Virginia, South Africa is a region in South Africa. September in Virginia generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C (75°F) in Hillsville to 28°C (82°F) in Hopewell. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 17°C (63°F) in Hopewell and 13°C (55°F) in Hillsville.

For specific regional insights in Virginia, South Africa, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Covington with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Portsmouth with 170 mm (6.7 in).

Average sunshine

September brings good sunshine to many areas. Sterling sees around 225 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Virginia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sterling)

January6°C (43°F) February6°C (43°F) March13°C (55°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly31°C (88°F) August30°C (86°F) September27°C (81°F) October20°C (68°F) November13°C (55°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Virginia in September

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

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 Virginia

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Virginia, South Africa?

Temperature range in Virginia (September)

Precipitation variation in Virginia (September)

Sterling

In September Sterling generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
225 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Sterling →

Herndon

In September Herndon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
225 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
102 mm (4 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Herndon →

Manassas

In September Manassas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
225 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Manassas →

Sandston

In September Sandston generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
238 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
126 mm (5 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Sandston →

Fairfax

In September Fairfax generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
225 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Fairfax →

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Virginia in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sterling 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Herndon 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Manassas 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Sandston 28°C (82°F) 17°C (63°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Fairfax 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Tysons Corner 26°C (79°F) 15°C (59°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)

Virginia weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Virginia, South Africa in September?

September in Virginia, South Africa brings perfect weather. In Sterling, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Virginia, South Africa in September?

Average temperatures in Virginia, South Africa during September range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Sterling.

Does Virginia, South Africa get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. Sterling averages just 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Virginia, South Africa.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Virginia, South Africa?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Virginia, South Africa. Typically, the climate in Sterling is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Virginia, South Africa is in September with generally perfect weather in Sterling. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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