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Tucson in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Tucson in September 2025

OK Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
If you plan to visit Tucson in September, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +93°F during the day and approximately 15 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 8 rainy days in the month and around 30 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+93°F
Avg. max. temperature
+54°F
Min.
+109°F
Max.
30 mm
Total precipitation
42%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Tucson has OK weather in September.

Average temperature in Tucson in September

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

Going from a maximum of +108°F during the day to a minimum of +64°F during the night, the temperature in September averages around +99°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 8% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +100°F to +97°F.

Is Tucson warm or cold in September?

Tucson is typically hot in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +97°F to +93°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +75°F to +70°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 Tucson:

Climate in Tucson in September

Tucson weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+97°F+93°F+84°F
Min. temperature
+63°F+54°F+36°F
Max. temperature
+109°F+109°F+102°F
Rainfall
57 mm30 mm53 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
48%42%39%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1010 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
61520
Cloudy days
245
Rainy days
1385
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as ok as in August. It’s getting colder in September. From +97°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +93°F. As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 57 mm to 30 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 48% to 42%. 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 6 to 15.

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

Wind

Wind speed in Tucson 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 Tucson is gradually increasing during September, going from 4 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Tucson based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 20% chance of rain on an average day in September, with total rainfall of approximately 12 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 6 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:
Tucson wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 57 mm of rainfall per day. May, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 5 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Tucson?

This is the weather in Tucson in September 2023:
1 September
🌧️
+100°F
2 September
☀️
+95°F
3 September
☀️
+97°F
4 September
☀️
+98°F
5 September
☀️
+101°F
6 September
☀️
+103°F
7 September
☀️
+102°F
8 September
☁️
+101°F
9 September
☁️
+106°F
10 September
☀️
+108°F
11 September
☀️
+105°F
12 September
☁️
+97°F
13 September
🌧️
+90°F
14 September
☀️
+95°F
15 September
☀️
+98°F
16 September
☀️
+99°F
17 September
☀️
+101°F
18 September
☀️
+99°F
19 September
☀️
+97°F
20 September
☀️
+96°F
21 September
☀️
+96°F
22 September
☀️
+97°F
23 September
☀️
+95°F
24 September
☀️
+96°F
25 September
☀️
+100°F
26 September
☀️
+102°F
27 September
☀️
+103°F
28 September
☀️
+101°F
29 September
☀️
+100°F
30 September
☀️
+98°F
In September 2023 Tucson had 25 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +99°F, with an absolute maximum of +108°F and a minimum of +90°F. The average humidity was 30%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 4%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+79°F) and the highest in 2017 (+88°F). The driest year was 2002 with only 96 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2012 with 1690 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Tucson in September:

Is September a good time to visit Tucson?

It’s always a good time to visit Tucson, 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 Tucson in September?

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

Is Tucson rainy in September?

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

Is it sunny in Tucson in September?

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

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Monthly weather in Tucson

Source of the data

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