September weather forecast
Georgia, USA

September in Georgia serves as a turning point, a delicate blend of lingering summer warmth and the refreshing onset of fall. The month sees a noticeable shift in climate, with temperatures gradually descending from their summer peaks. Days are still warm, but nights begin to carry the coolness that hints at the impending autumn.

Drawing a comparison with August, September ushers in a more temperate atmosphere. Early September retains much of August's warmth, but as the month advances and October nears, a noticeable cooling trend emerges. This transition becomes evident, especially during the late afternoons and early mornings.

Rainfall in September tends to be sporadic. The familiar pattern of brief afternoon thunderstorms from the summer months begins to wane, making way for more prolonged periods of rain. These showers, influenced by both residual summer patterns and the approaching fall, are less intense but more consistent. The precipitation aids in tempering the daytime warmth, further emphasizing the shift in seasons.

Athens and Rome, prominent cities within the state, start feeling this pleasant transition most distinctly. While days remain comfortably warm, evenings require lighter jackets or sweaters. Georgia's coastal regions, such as Jekyll Island, benefit from the moderating effects of the Atlantic, ensuring that extreme temperatures are kept at bay. In contrast, the state's northern precincts, encompassing regions like Dahlonega near the Blue Ridge Mountains, witness a more pronounced drop in temperatures. The cooler breezes and changing foliage signal the approaching fall festivities.

September's evolving climate sets the stage for an array of outdoor activities. While water activities remain popular in the early part of the month, hiking, apple picking, and other fall-centric events start to gain traction. The changing foliage, especially in the northern parts of Georgia, becomes a significant attraction, pulling in visitors eager to witness the state's vibrant autumnal display.

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• Atlanta - September »
  The month with the least rainfall is September, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. The month with the least rainfall in Atlanta is September, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically collects 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.
• Augusta - September »
  September represents the advent of fall in Augusta, with temperatures beginning to decrease appreciably from thirty consecutive days of summer heat. The month with the least rainfall in Augusta is September, when the rain falls for 12 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.
• Columbus - September »
  In Columbus during September, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. September marks the beginning of autumn in Columbus, Georgia with temperatures dropping to a range between 68°F (20°C) and 86.5°F (30.3°C).
• Savannah - September »
  In Savannah, Georgia, in September, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Savannah, in September, the average water temperature is 82°F (27.8°C).
• Athens - September »
  The month with the least rainfall in Athens is September, when the rain falls for 12.2 days and typically collects 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. On the first day of September in Athens sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 7:59 pm.
• Sandy Springs - September »
  In Sandy Springs during September, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Sandy Springs in September, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Macon - September »
  On the last day of September, in Macon sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 7:21 pm EDT. On the first day of September in Macon sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:59 pm.
• Roswell - September »
  On the first day of September in Roswell sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. In Roswell, in September, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Albany - September »
  The month with the least rainfall in Albany is September, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically collects 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Albany in September, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Johns Creek - September »
  On the first day of September in Johns Creek sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Johns Creek?
• Warner Robins - September »
  September and November are months with the least rain in Warner Robins when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of rain. In Warner Robins, during September, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.
• Alpharetta - September »
  In Alpharetta during September, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. On the first day of September in Alpharetta, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 8:03 pm.