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Denver in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Denver in September and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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September

Weather in Denver in September 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
Weather for Denver in September is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +79°F during the day, and approximately 12 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 10 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in September around 41 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+14°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
41 mm
Total precipitation
52%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Denver has good weather in September.

Average temperature in Denver in September

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Denver for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in September is +82°F with a maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +43°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +97°F to +88°F.

Is Denver warm or cold in September?

Denver is typically warm in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +86°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +59°F to +52°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how September is compared to other months in Denver:

Climate in Denver in September

Denver weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+86°F+79°F+66°F
Min. temperature
+41°F+14°F-6°F
Max. temperature
+100°F+99°F+88°F
Rainfall
50 mm41 mm28 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
53%52%54%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1015 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
71212
Cloudy days
669
Rainy days
15107
Snowy days
002

September weather is still as good as in August. It’s getting colder in September. From +86°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +79°F. As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 50 mm to 41 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 53% to 52%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in September, from 7 to 12.

October brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Denver in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 2 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Denver is gradually increasing during September, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Denver based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in September is about 44 mm, with a 20% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during September, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Denver wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 97 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during September in Denver based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in September is about 0 mm, with a 0% chance of snow on a typical day.

Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last September in Denver?

This is the weather in Denver in September 2023:
1 September
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+96°F
2 September
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+94°F
3 September
☁️
+89°F
4 September
☀️
+90°F
5 September
☀️
+83°F
6 September
☀️
+87°F
7 September
☀️
+90°F
8 September
☀️
+92°F
9 September
☀️
+88°F
10 September
☁️
+83°F
11 September
🌧️
+68°F
12 September
☀️
+77°F
13 September
☀️
+81°F
14 September
☀️
+77°F
15 September
🌧️
+63°F
16 September
☀️
+76°F
17 September
☀️
+82°F
18 September
☀️
+81°F
19 September
☁️
+78°F
20 September
☀️
+79°F
21 September
☀️
+79°F
22 September
☀️
+80°F
23 September
☀️
+76°F
24 September
☀️
+80°F
25 September
☀️
+82°F
26 September
☀️
+82°F
27 September
☀️
+86°F
28 September
☀️
+86°F
29 September
☀️
+82°F
30 September
☀️
+88°F
In September 2023 Denver had 24 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +97°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 49%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 12%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Denver climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Denver in September has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+61°F) and the highest in 2012 (+69°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 211 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 681 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Denver in September:

Is September a good time to visit Denver?

September is a really good time to go to Denver. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Denver.

Can you sunbathe in Denver in September?

September is warm in Denver. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Denver rainy in September?

Denver is usually dry in September. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Denver in September?

The amount of sunny days in Denver during September varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in USA

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Monthly weather in Denver

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Denver, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.