Durham weather in September

September in Durham averages 83°F by day and 63°F at night, with 5.2 inches of precipitation. It is the 4th-warmest and 1st-wettest month of the year here.

DurhamNorth CarolinaPop. 305,561
Average high
83°F-6° vs August
Average low
63°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
5.2 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in5 days at 90°F+

Is September a good time to visit Durham?

September is pleasant by day, but it is one of the wetter months. The most comfortable months overall are April to May and October.

On September 15 the sun rises at 6:58 am and sets at 7:22 pm, giving 12h 24m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Durham in September

  • Summer clothes, with a light layer for air conditioning
  • An umbrella or rain jacket

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

September nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Durham83°F63°F5.2 in
Cary, NC17 mi83°F63°F5.2 in
Raleigh, NC22 mi83°F63°F5.2 in
Apex, NC22 mi83°F63°F5.2 in
Greensboro, NC51 mi80°F62°F4.6 in
High Point, NC63 mi80°F62°F4.6 in
Fayetteville, NC68 mi84°F63°F4.9 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Durham in September?

In September, Durham averages a high of 83°F and a low of 63°F, with 5.2 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is September a good time to visit Durham?

September is mild by day but wetter than ideal, with 5.2 inches of rain.

Does it snow in Durham in September?

Rarely. The September snowfall normal is under half an inch.

Before and after: Durham in August and Durham in October. All twelve months: Durham weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Raleigh Durham Intl. Airport, NC, 11.4 miles from the city center.