The weather in September in Washington D.C.
It's warm in September in Washington D.C. with an average temperature of 28°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 22°C.
Looking for great weather? September is a good time to be in Washington D.C.. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in September for Washington D.C., United States. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2023, Washington D.C. reached the highest temperature in September over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In September, there is an average of 59 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in September for Washington D.C.
Click on any day in September to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Washington D.C.. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
September weather comparison
Washington D.C. | New York | |
---|---|---|
Average temperature | 28°C | 27°C |
Max. temperature | 31°C | 31°C |
Min. temperature | 15°C | -5°C |
Total precipitation | 59 mm | 57 mm |
Rainy days | 10 days | 9 days |
Start of September
The month of September starts in Washington D.C. with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid September
By mid-September, daytime temps drop to around 29°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of September
By the end of September, the average daytime temperature in Washington D.C. is around 27°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in September in Washington D.C., United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in September in Washington D.C.
Temperature in September in Washington D.C. over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in September in Washington D.C., United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in September in Washington D.C.
Total precipitation in September in Washington D.C. over the years
Daily UV index in September in Washington D.C.
This chart shows the average daily UV index in September in Washington D.C., with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Washington D.C. by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Washington D.C.. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.