Newark weather in September

September in Newark averages 78°F by day and 61°F at night, with 3.8 inches of precipitation. It is the 4th-warmest and 8th-wettest month of the year here.

NewarkNew JerseyPop. 323,808
Average high
78°F-7° vs August
Average low
61°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
3.8 in6 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in2 days at 90°F+

Is September a good time to visit Newark?

Yes. September is one of the most comfortable months in Newark by our rule (highs of 62 to 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and under 4.5 inches of precipitation). The most comfortable months overall are April to June and August to October.

On September 15 the sun rises at 6:37 am and sets at 7:05 pm, giving 12h 28m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Newark 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.
Newark78°F61°F3.8 in
Elizabeth, NJ5 mi78°F61°F3.8 in
Jersey City, NJ6 mi78°F61°F3.8 in
Clifton, NJ9 mi76°F62°F4.3 in
New York, NY11 mi76°F62°F4.3 in
Paterson, NJ13 mi76°F62°F4.3 in
Yonkers, NY22 mi77°F64°F3.9 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Newark in September?

In September, Newark averages a high of 78°F and a low of 61°F, with 3.8 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is September a good time to visit Newark?

Yes. September is one of Newark's most comfortable months by our rule: highs between 62°F and 86°F, lows of 42°F or more and modest rain.

Does it snow in Newark in September?

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

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

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Newark Intl. Airport, NJ, 3.8 miles from the city center.