Fayetteville weather in September

September in Fayetteville averages 84°F by day and 63°F at night, with 4.9 inches of precipitation. It is the 4th-warmest and 3rd-wettest month of the year here.

FayettevilleNorth CarolinaPop. 209,120
Average high
84°F-5° vs August
Average low
63°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
4.9 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in5 days at 90°F+

Is September a good time to visit Fayetteville?

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 23m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Fayetteville 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.
Fayetteville84°F63°F4.9 in
Apex, NC46 mi83°F63°F5.2 in
Cary, NC51 mi83°F63°F5.2 in
Raleigh, NC54 mi83°F63°F5.2 in
Durham, NC68 mi83°F63°F5.2 in
Wilmington, NC82 mi84°F67°F8.7 in
Greensboro, NC86 mi80°F62°F4.6 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Fayetteville in September?

In September, Fayetteville averages a high of 84°F and a low of 63°F, with 4.9 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is September a good time to visit Fayetteville?

September is mild by day but wetter than ideal, with 4.9 inches of rain.

Does it snow in Fayetteville in September?

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

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

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Fayetteville (Pwc), NC, 2.6 miles from the city center.