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Memphis in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Memphis in September 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Memphis in September? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +84°F and approximately 11 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 11 rainy days and 72 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+84°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+100°F
Max.
72 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Memphis has good weather in September.

Average temperature in Memphis in September

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

Going from a maximum of +95°F during the day to a minimum of +55°F during the night, the temperature in September averages around +86°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +91°F.

Is Memphis warm or cold in September?

Memphis is typically warm in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +90°F to +84°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +72°F to +64°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 Memphis:

Climate in Memphis in September

Memphis weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+90°F+84°F+73°F
Min. temperature
+52°F+43°F+28°F
Max. temperature
+104°F+100°F+97°F
Rainfall
70 mm72 mm92 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
72%71%70%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1015 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
81112
Cloudy days
879
Rainy days
131110
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as good as in August. It’s getting colder in September. From +90°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +84°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 70 mm to 72 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 71%. 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 8 to 11.

October brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

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

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Memphis based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 27% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 25 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 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:
Memphis wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 121 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 42% chance of precipitation and 70 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Memphis?

This is the weather in Memphis in September 2023:
1 September
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+84°F
2 September
🌧️
+84°F
3 September
☁️
+90°F
4 September
☀️
+94°F
5 September
🌧️
+91°F
6 September
☁️
+89°F
7 September
☀️
+85°F
8 September
☀️
+83°F
9 September
☀️
+82°F
10 September
☀️
+84°F
11 September
☀️
+87°F
12 September
🌧️
+81°F
13 September
☁️
+81°F
14 September
☁️
+81°F
15 September
☀️
+83°F
16 September
☀️
+84°F
17 September
☀️
+83°F
18 September
☀️
+82°F
19 September
☀️
+85°F
20 September
☀️
+84°F
21 September
☀️
+87°F
22 September
☁️
+85°F
23 September
☀️
+89°F
24 September
☁️
+83°F
25 September
☁️
+90°F
26 September
☀️
+90°F
27 September
☀️
+92°F
28 September
☀️
+90°F
29 September
☀️
+90°F
30 September
☀️
+91°F
In September 2023 Memphis had 19 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +86°F, with an absolute maximum of +95°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 37%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+69°F) and the highest in 2012 (+75°F). The driest year was 2012 with only 717 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1545 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Memphis in September:

Is September a good time to visit Memphis?

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

Can you sunbathe in Memphis in September?

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

Is Memphis rainy in September?

Memphis 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 Memphis in September?

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

Other cities in USA

Check out the weather for other cities in USA.

Monthly weather in Memphis

Source of the data

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