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Washington in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Washington in September and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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September

Weather in Washington in September 2024

Good Weather
Warm
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Cloudy
Planning a trip to Washington in September? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +79°F and approximately 6 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 8 rainy days and 115 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+79°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+99°F
Max.
115 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
16 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Washington has good weather in September.

Average temperature in Washington in September

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

The temperature in September is +81°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +90°F during the day and a minimum of +52°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 67% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +63°F.

Is Washington warm or cold in September?

Washington is typically warm in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +86°F to +79°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +70°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 Washington:

Climate in Washington in September

Washington weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+86°F+79°F+68°F
Min. temperature
+48°F+43°F+30°F
Max. temperature
+102°F+99°F+95°F
Rainfall
111 mm115 mm98 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
68%69%69%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
468
Cloudy days
181616
Rainy days
987
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as good as in August. It’s getting colder in September. From +86°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +79°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 111 mm to 115 mm. Humidity rises from 68% to 69%. 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 4 to 6.

October brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Washington is gradually increasing during September, going from 2 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Washington based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in September stands at 37%, leading to total precipitation of around 112 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 41 mm, which is moderate rain. September is a pretty wet month with over 11 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:
Washington wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 133 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 59 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Washington?

This is the weather in Washington in September 2023:
1 September
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+88°F
2 September
☁️
+87°F
3 September
☁️
+86°F
4 September
☁️
+90°F
5 September
🌧️
+85°F
6 September
🌧️
+84°F
7 September
🌧️
+76°F
8 September
☁️
+79°F
9 September
☀️
+83°F
10 September
☁️
+81°F
11 September
🌧️
+81°F
12 September
☁️
+84°F
13 September
🌧️
+81°F
14 September
☀️
+80°F
15 September
☀️
+81°F
16 September
☀️
+81°F
17 September
☀️
+82°F
18 September
☁️
+85°F
19 September
☁️
+86°F
20 September
☀️
+84°F
21 September
☁️
+86°F
22 September
☀️
+81°F
23 September
☀️
+69°F
24 September
☁️
+70°F
25 September
☁️
+79°F
26 September
☀️
+77°F
27 September
☁️
+71°F
28 September
☀️
+69°F
29 September
☁️
+69°F
30 September
☁️
+63°F
In September 2023 Washington had 11 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 2006 (+75°F) and the highest in 2019 (+88°F). The driest year was 2005 with only 11 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1999 with 663 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Washington in September:

Is September a good time to visit Washington?

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

Can you sunbathe in Washington in September?

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

Is Washington rainy in September?

Washington 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 Washington in September?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Washington in September, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Washington

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Washington, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

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.