Wilmington weather in September

September in Wilmington averages 84°F by day and 67°F at night, with 8.7 inches of precipitation. It is the 4th-warmest and 1st-wettest month of the year here.

WilmingtonNorth CarolinaPop. 126,809
Average high
84°F-4° vs August
Average low
67°F0 nights below freezing
Precipitation
8.7 in7 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
0.0 in4 days at 90°F+

Is September a good time to visit Wilmington?

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

On September 15 the sun rises at 6:54 am and sets at 7:17 pm, giving 12h 23m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Wilmington 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.
Wilmington84°F67°F8.7 in
Fayetteville, NC82 mi84°F63°F4.9 in
Greenville, NC98 mi83°F64°F7.3 in
Raleigh, NC117 mi83°F63°F5.2 in
Apex, NC117 mi83°F63°F5.2 in
Cary, NC120 mi83°F63°F5.2 in
Durham, NC137 mi83°F63°F5.2 in

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Wilmington in September?

In September, Wilmington averages a high of 84°F and a low of 67°F, with 8.7 inches of precipitation (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is September a good time to visit Wilmington?

September is mild by day but wetter than ideal, with 8.7 inches of rain.

Does it snow in Wilmington in September?

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

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

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Wilmington Intl. Airport, NC, 3.3 miles from the city center.