September weather forecast
Port Townsend, WA

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Victorian design houses from an old age along the beach on a hilly spot overlooking the sea, in Port Townsend, Washington
Victorian design houses from an old age along the beach on a hilly spot overlooking the sea, in Port Townsend, Washington

Weather in September

September in Port Townsend comes with cooler temperatures, a treat for those seeking a respite from the summer's warmth. Despite the mercury dropping to an average high of 63.1°F (17.3°C), the month remains inviting. The arrival of autumn paints the city in warm hues with less crowd, adding a quiet charm to it. September's transitional weather lends it an appealing mixture of summer's end and autumn's beginning.

Temperature

The advent of September in Port Townsend signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 63.1°F (17.3°C), aligning closely with August. The average low-temperature of 52.7°F (11.5°C) is witnessed in Port Townsend during September.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity in Port Townsend, Washington, is 79%.

Rainfall

In September, in Port Townsend, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout September, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.3 rainfall days, and 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Port Townsend.

Ocean temperature

August and September, with an average ocean temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: Entering waters of 53.1°F (11.7°C) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 55.4°F (13°C) waters feels piercing cold, and below 50°F (10°C) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

In Port Townsend, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:51 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Port Townsend is 9.5h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Port Townsend, Washington, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in September, converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures in Port Townsend?

In Port Townsend, in September, the average high-temperature is 63.1°F (17.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 52.7°F (11.5°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Port Townsend?

In Port Townsend, Washington, the average relative humidity in September is 79%.

How much does it rain in Port Townsend in September?

In Port Townsend, in September, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Port Townsend?

In Port Townsend, Washington, snow does not fall in May through October.

What months are the ocean warmest in Port Townsend?

August and September, with an average ocean temperature of 53.1°F (11.7°C), are months with the warmest seawater in Port Townsend.

What is the ocean temperature in September in Port Townsend?

In Port Townsend, Washington, in September, the average water temperature is 53.1°F (11.7°C). Swimming in 53.1°F (11.7°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in September in Port Townsend?

In Port Townsend, Washington, the average day length in September is 12h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Port Townsend?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 6:51 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Port Townsend?

The average sunshine duration in September in Port Townsend is 9.5h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Port Townsend?

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Port Townsend is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average temperature in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average high temperature in September: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (67.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 52.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (37.4°F).

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Average pressure in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average pressure in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average pressure in September: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.08"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and September (30.01"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average wind speed in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average wind speed in September: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average humidity in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average humidity in September: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

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Average rainfall in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average rainfall in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average rainfall days in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average snowfall in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average snowfall days in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average sea temperature in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average sea temperature in September: 52.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (45°F).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average sunshine days in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 15.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average UV index in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average cloud cover in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in September
Port Townsend, WA

Average visibility in September - Port Townsend, WA
  • 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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