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Palm Springs in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Palm Springs in September 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Palm Springs in September? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +97°F and approximately 23 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 4 rainy days and 10 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+97°F
Avg. max. temperature
+54°F
Min.
+120°F
Max.
10 mm
Total precipitation
35%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
23 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Palm Springs has good weather in September.

Average temperature in Palm Springs in September

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

Going from a maximum of +111°F during the day to a minimum of +66°F during the night, the temperature in September averages around +99°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 36% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +106°F to +90°F.

Is Palm Springs warm or cold in September?

Palm Springs is typically hot in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +102°F to +97°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +79°F to +73°F.

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

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

Climate in Palm Springs in September

Palm Springs weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+102°F+97°F+88°F
Min. temperature
+61°F+54°F+45°F
Max. temperature
+120°F+120°F+113°F
Rainfall
16 mm10 mm9 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
35%35%35%
Air pressure
1010 HPa1010 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
222323
Cloudy days
325
Rainy days
643
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as good as in August. It’s getting colder in September. From +102°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +97°F. As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 16 mm to 10 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 35%. 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 22 to 23.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in October as the weather gets better.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Palm Springs is gradually increasing during September, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Palm Springs based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 13% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 30 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain. Palm Springs is amazing in September with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Palm Springs wettest month is February, where a typical day has a 25% chance of precipitation and 41 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Palm Springs?

This is the weather in Palm Springs in September 2024:
1 September
☀️
+105°F
2 September
🌧️
+91°F
3 September
☀️
+96°F
4 September
☀️
+97°F
5 September
☀️
+96°F
6 September
☀️
+98°F
7 September
☀️
+102°F
8 September
☀️
+107°F
9 September
☀️
+111°F
10 September
☀️
+105°F
11 September
☀️
+101°F
12 September
☀️
+101°F
13 September
☀️
+100°F
14 September
☀️
+101°F
15 September
☀️
+103°F
16 September
☀️
+103°F
17 September
☀️
+99°F
18 September
☀️
+96°F
19 September
☀️
+95°F
20 September
☀️
+96°F
21 September
☀️
+87°F
22 September
☀️
+89°F
23 September
☀️
+95°F
24 September
☀️
+98°F
25 September
☀️
+100°F
26 September
☀️
+102°F
27 September
☀️
+101°F
28 September
☀️
+100°F
29 September
☀️
+98°F
30 September
☀️
+89°F
In September 2024 Palm Springs had 29 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +99°F, with an absolute maximum of +111°F and a minimum of +88°F. The average humidity was 36%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 8%. The average wind speed was 2 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 Palm Springs climate has changed over the last 43 years.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+81°F) and the highest in 2020 (+91°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 57 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1983 with 427 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Palm Springs in September:

Is September a good time to visit Palm Springs?

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

Can you sunbathe in Palm Springs in September?

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

Is Palm Springs rainy in September?

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

Is it sunny in Palm Springs in September?

Yes, Palm Springs is sunny in September. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

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Monthly weather in Palm Springs

Source of the data

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