Aside from the increased potential for tropical storms and hurricanes, September usually offers some of the most delightful weather of the year for visiting the Southeast. Scorching summer temperatures gradually ease into comfortably mild levels with lessening humidity throughout the month, making September an ideal time for mountain hikes, golf vacations and even post-summer beach getaways.
State-by-State Average September Weather Tables
The following pages contain average September temperatures and rainfall for several popular tourist destinations in different areas of:
Hurricane season, June 1 - November 30, historically continues to peak in early September and diminish somewhat later in the month. Each year is different, however, and hurricane warnings should be heeded whenever they are issued.
September Atlantic Ocean Water Temperatures
Average September Atlantic Ocean water temperatures tend to remain comfortable for swimming, ranging from about 75 degrees in Virginia to the low 80 degree marks moving farther south.
