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Houston in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Houston in September will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Houston, based on historical data.
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September

Weather in Houston in September 2025

Good Weather
Hot
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Rainy
Planning a trip to Houston in September? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +90°F and approximately 7 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 12 rainy days and 116 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+90°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+108°F
Max.
116 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Houston has good weather in September.

Average temperature in Houston in September

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

Going from a maximum of +104°F during the day to a minimum of +72°F during the night, the temperature in September averages around +95°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +99°F to +93°F.

Is Houston warm or cold in September?

Houston is typically hot in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +93°F to +90°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +75°F to +72°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

September is one of the warmest months in Houston, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Houston in September

Houston weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+93°F+90°F+82°F
Min. temperature
+61°F+50°F+32°F
Max. temperature
+108°F+108°F+95°F
Rainfall
102 mm116 mm112 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
73%73%71%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1014 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
4711
Cloudy days
557
Rainy days
131210
Snowy days
000

September often has better weather than August. It’s getting colder in September. From +93°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +90°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 102 mm to 116 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 73%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in September, from 4 to 7.

October brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Houston is gradually increasing during September, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Houston based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 47% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 106 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 25 mm, which is moderate rain. September is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
September is one of the rainiest months in Houston, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Houston wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 122 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 79 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Houston?

This is the weather in Houston in September 2023:
1 September
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+99°F
2 September
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+98°F
3 September
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+99°F
4 September
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+95°F
5 September
☁️
+98°F
6 September
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+101°F
7 September
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+102°F
8 September
☀️
+103°F
9 September
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+97°F
10 September
☀️
+96°F
11 September
☀️
+95°F
12 September
☀️
+97°F
13 September
☁️
+94°F
14 September
🌧️
+91°F
15 September
🌧️
+91°F
16 September
☀️
+91°F
17 September
☀️
+93°F
18 September
☀️
+93°F
19 September
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+94°F
20 September
☀️
+94°F
21 September
☀️
+97°F
22 September
☀️
+97°F
23 September
☀️
+97°F
24 September
☀️
+98°F
25 September
☁️
+94°F
26 September
🌧️
+92°F
27 September
☀️
+94°F
28 September
☀️
+94°F
29 September
☁️
+92°F
30 September
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+93°F
In September 2023 Houston had 22 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +95°F, with an absolute maximum of +104°F and a minimum of +91°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+75°F) and the highest in 2012 (+83°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 709 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 2058 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Houston in September:

Is September a good time to visit Houston?

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

Can you sunbathe in Houston in September?

Absolutely, September is hot in Houston. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Houston rainy in September?

Houston is often rainy in September. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Houston in September?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Houston in September, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in USA

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Monthly weather in Houston

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Houston, 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.