September weather forecast
Phoenix, AZ

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The city of Phoenix, Arizona at dusk
The city of Phoenix, Arizona at dusk

Weather in September

The arrival of September in Phoenix marks the outset of milder temperatures and reduced humidity. The city starts to witness a notable drop in temperatures, signaling the retreat of the sweltering summer with a distinct autumn breeze. With average highs descending to 96.3°F (35.7°C), it's a welcome change from the burning summer months. As September progresses, the likelihood of rainfall diminishes, and the city slowly returns to drier conditions. The first hints of fall can be noticed, and Phoenix prepares to settle into a much more forgiving climate.

Temperature

As August shifts into September in Phoenix, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from 102.6°F (39.2°C) to a still sweltering 96.3°F (35.7°C). An average minimum temperature of 78.8°F (26°C) marks the month of September in Phoenix, Arizona.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September is 30%.

Rainfall

In Phoenix, in September, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Phoenix, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44.6 days and collects up to 5.04" (128mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

September is the only month when snow falls. September is the month with the most snowfall in Phoenix. Snow falls for 0.1 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Phoenix, Arizona, is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of September in Phoenix, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MST.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Phoenix is 9.7h.

UV index

In Phoenix, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In September, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Phoenix in September?

Phoenix in September has an average high-temperature of 96.3°F (35.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 78.8°F (26°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Phoenix?

The average relative humidity in September in Phoenix is 30%.

How much does it rain in Phoenix in September?

In Phoenix, Arizona, in September, it is raining for 4.7 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Phoenix?

September is the month with the most snowfall in Phoenix. Snow falls for 0.1 days and accumulates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

When does it start snowing in Phoenix?

September is the first month it typically snows. Throughout September, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Phoenix have in September?

The average day length in September in Phoenix, Arizona, is 12h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Phoenix?

On the first day of September in Phoenix, Arizona, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 6:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:13 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Phoenix have in September?

In Phoenix, Arizona, the average sunshine duration in September is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in September in Phoenix?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Phoenix is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average temperature in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average high temperature in September: 96.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (103.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 78.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (84.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.5°F).

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Average pressure in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average pressure in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average pressure in September: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average wind speed in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average wind speed in September: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average humidity in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average humidity in September: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (43%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (16%).

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Average rainfall in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average rainfall in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average rainfall days in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average rainfall days in September: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (7.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average snowfall in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average snowfall in September: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is September (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average snowfall days in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average sunshine days in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average sunshine days in September: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (29.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (21.1 days).

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Average UV index in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average UV index in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average UV index in September: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average cloud cover in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average cloud cover in September: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in September
Phoenix, AZ

Average visibility in September - Phoenix, AZ
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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