Phoenix in September usually sees fair weather conditions, with an average daily high temperature of +102°F and roughly 15 sunny days. However, you should prepare for about 4 rainy days with an average precipitation of 31 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+102°F
Avg. max. temperature
+59°F
Min.
+115°F
Max.
31 mm
Total precipitation
32%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Phoenix has OK weather in September.
Average temperature in Phoenix in September
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Phoenix for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in September is +102°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +113°F during the day and a minimum of +72°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +106°F to +99°F.
Is Phoenix warm or cold in September?
Phoenix is typically hot in September.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +106°F to +102°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +84°F to +77°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 Phoenix:
Climate in Phoenix in September
Phoenix weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
August
September
October
Avg. temperature
+106°F
+102°F
+91°F
Min. temperature
+70°F
+59°F
+43°F
Max. temperature
+118°F
+115°F
+109°F
Rainfall
51 mm
31 mm
21 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
1 m/s
Humidity
34%
32%
32%
Air pressure
1010 HPa
1009 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
8
15
18
Cloudy days
9
8
9
Rainy days
8
4
3
Snowy days
0
0
0
September weather is still as ok as in August.It’s getting colder in September. From +106°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +102°F.As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 51 mm to 31 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 34% to 32%.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 15.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in October as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Phoenix in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Phoenix is gradually increasing during September, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Phoenix based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in September stands at 10%, leading to total precipitation of around 26 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 11 mm, which is considered light rain.Phoenix is amazing in September with as little as 3 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:
Phoenix wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 26% chance of precipitation and 51 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 3 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last September in Phoenix?
This is the weather in Phoenix in September 2023:
1 September
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+107°F
2 September
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+98°F
3 September
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+100°F
4 September
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+100°F
5 September
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+103°F
6 September
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+105°F
7 September
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+107°F
8 September
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+109°F
9 September
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+113°F
10 September
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+112°F
11 September
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+106°F
12 September
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+103°F
13 September
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+96°F
14 September
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+100°F
15 September
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+102°F
16 September
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+104°F
17 September
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+103°F
18 September
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+102°F
19 September
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+99°F
20 September
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+98°F
21 September
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+97°F
22 September
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+97°F
23 September
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+94°F
24 September
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+99°F
25 September
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+101°F
26 September
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+103°F
27 September
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+104°F
28 September
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+102°F
29 September
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+100°F
30 September
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+99°F
In September 2023 Phoenix had 18 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +102°F, with an absolute maximum of +113°F and a minimum of +95°F. The average humidity was 32%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 10%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 19 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in September?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Phoenix climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Phoenix in September has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+86°F) and the highest in 1989 (+91°F). The driest year was 2009 with only 125 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1984 with 660 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Phoenix in September:
Is September a good time to visit Phoenix?
It’s always a good time to visit Phoenix, but the weather is changeable in September, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Phoenix in September?
Absolutely, September is hot in Phoenix. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Phoenix rainy in September?
Phoenix is usually dry in September. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Phoenix in September?
The amount of sunny days in Phoenix during September varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Phoenix, 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.