September weather forecast
Santa Monica, CA

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The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier
The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Santa Monica, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.2°F (26.8°C) and an average low of 63.7°F (17.6°C).

Temperature

As Santa Monica steps into September, the average high-temperature is measured at a still moderately hot 80.2°F (26.8°C), displaying minor differences from August's 80.8°F (27.1°C). In the month of September, the average temperature in Santa Monica dips to a refreshing 63.7°F (17.6°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Santa Monica is 61%.

Rainfall

In Santa Monica, in September, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.16" (4mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 48.8 rainfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

August through October, with an average ocean temperature of 66.2°F (19°C), are months with the warmest seawater in Santa Monica.
Note: Swimming in 66.2°F (19°C) does not offer a pleasant experience for most individuals. The act of controlling one's breathing becomes progressively difficult as the water temperature goes under 69.8°F (21°C).

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:39 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Santa Monica, the average sunshine in September is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Santa Monica, California, are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during September, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. 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. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Santa Monica in September?

The average high-temperature, in September, in Santa Monica, is 80.2°F (26.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, the average relative humidity in September is 61%.

How much does it rain in Santa Monica in September?

In September, in Santa Monica, California, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout September, 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When is the ocean warmest in Santa Monica?

The months with the warmest seawater are August through October, with an average ocean temperature of 66.2°F (19°C).

What is the ocean temperature in September in Santa Monica?

In September, the average ocean temperature in Santa Monica, California, is 66.2°F (19°C). Swimming in 66.2°F (19°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in September in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, California, the average day length in September is 12h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Santa Monica?

On the first day of September in Santa Monica, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:39 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Santa Monica?

In September, the average sunshine duration in Santa Monica is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Santa Monica?

The months with the highest UV index in Santa Monica, California, are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Santa Monica?

In Santa Monica, California, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average temperature in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average high temperature in September: 80.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 63.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.5°F).

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Average pressure in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average pressure in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average pressure in September: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average wind speed in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average wind speed in September: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average humidity in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average humidity in September: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

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Average rainfall in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

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Average rainfall days in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall days in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average sea temperature in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sea temperature in September: 66°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (66°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May and December (59°F).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 10h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average sunshine days in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.8 days).

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Average UV index in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average UV index in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average UV index in September: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average cloud cover in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 12

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in September
Santa Monica, CA

Average visibility in September - Santa Monica, CA
  • 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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