September could be a good time to visit San Jose, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +75°F, and there are typically 0 sunny days in September. However, expect about 16 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 670 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+75°F
Avg. max. temperature
+57°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
670 mm
Total precipitation
85%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
0 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: San Jose has OK weather in September.
Average temperature in San Jose in September
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in San Jose for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in September is +79°F with a maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +64°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +79°F to +82°F.
Is San Jose warm or cold in September?
San Jose is typically warm in September.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +75°F to +75°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +64°F to +63°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 San Jose:
Water temperature in San Jose in September
Water in San Jose in September is Very warm. It varies from +82°F to +86°F, with an average of +84°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +75°F.
In September, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in San Jose are reached in March, when the average sea temperature rises to +85°F. The coldest water temperatures are in November, with an average of +82°F.
Can you swim in San Jose in September?
You can definitely swim in San Jose in September, the water is very warm (+84°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in San Jose in September
San Jose weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
August
September
October
Avg. temperature
+75°F
+75°F
+75°F
Min. temperature
+59°F
+57°F
+57°F
Max. temperature
+84°F
+84°F
+84°F
Rainfall
753 mm
670 mm
684 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+84°F
+84°F
+82°F
Humidity
82%
85%
85%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
0
0
0
Rainy days
19
16
21
Snowy days
0
0
0
September weather is still as ok as in August.The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +75°F for average maximum temperature during the day.As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 753 mm to 670 mm.Humidity rises from 82% to 85%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during September, staying around 2 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
October brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in San Jose 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 San Jose is gradually increasing during September, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during September in San Jose based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in September is about 412 mm, with a 97% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 56 mm, which is considered heavy rain.September is a pretty wet month with over 29 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
San Jose wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 753 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 86% chance of precipitation and 83 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last September in San Jose?
This is the weather in San Jose in September 2023:
1 September
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+80°F
2 September
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+79°F
3 September
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+81°F
4 September
🌧️
+78°F
5 September
🌧️
+78°F
6 September
☀️
+80°F
7 September
☁️
+79°F
8 September
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+76°F
9 September
🌫️
+77°F
10 September
☀️
+80°F
11 September
☁️
+79°F
12 September
☀️
+80°F
13 September
☀️
+81°F
14 September
☀️
+80°F
15 September
☁️
+78°F
16 September
☁️
+77°F
17 September
🌧️
+78°F
18 September
🌧️
+79°F
19 September
🌧️
+79°F
20 September
🌧️
+78°F
21 September
🌧️
+79°F
22 September
☁️
+80°F
23 September
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+82°F
24 September
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+81°F
25 September
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+82°F
26 September
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+82°F
27 September
🌧️
+80°F
28 September
🌧️
+81°F
29 September
🌫️
+80°F
30 September
☀️
+82°F
In September 2023 San Jose had 10 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +79°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +77°F. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 58%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in September?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how San Jose climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in San Jose in September has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1999 (+74°F) and the highest in 2013 (+79°F). The driest year was 2023 with only 3365 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1995 with 7044 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in San Jose in September:
Is September a good time to visit San Jose?
It’s always a good time to visit San Jose, 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 San Jose in September?
September is warm in San Jose. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in San Jose in September?
Yes, you can swim in San Jose in September, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +84°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is San Jose rainy in September?
San Jose 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 San Jose in September?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in San Jose in September, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in San Jose, 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.