September weather forecast
Bakersfield, CA

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The scenic natural park of The Park At River Walk, located in Bakersfield, California
The scenic natural park of The Park At River Walk, located in Bakersfield, California

Weather in September

September ushers Bakersfield into a phase of gradual cooling off from the intense summer heat. Though daily highs still reach a warm 90°F (32.2°C), the overall shift is noticeable. The incidence of rainfall begins to increase, albeit marginally, at 0.08" (2mm). It’s the month that encapsulates the spectrum from scorching summer days to the advent of cooler autumn evenings. Notably, while daytime stays sunny and clear, nights start to feel chillier.

Temperature

The onset of September in Bakersfield results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a sweltering 95.7°F (35.4°C) in August to a hot 90°F (32.2°C). Bakersfield's average low-temperature of 61.2°F (16.2°C) in September reflects a significant disparity from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September is 33%.

Rainfall

In Bakersfield, California, in September, during 1.6 rainfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bakersfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 52 days and collects up to 7.17" (182mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Bakersfield, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:40 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 11.1h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In September, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Bakersfield in September?

In September, in Bakersfield, the average high-temperature is 90°F (32.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 61.2°F (16.2°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Bakersfield?

The average relative humidity in September in Bakersfield, California, is 33%.

How many days does it rain in September in Bakersfield?

In Bakersfield, California, during September, the rain falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Bakersfield?

In Bakersfield, California, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

What is the average length of the day in September in Bakersfield?

In Bakersfield, the average day length in September is 12h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Bakersfield?

On the first day of September in Bakersfield, California, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:40 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Bakersfield?

In Bakersfield, California, the average sunshine duration in September is 11.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Bakersfield?

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

Average temperature in September - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average high temperature in September: 90°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (96.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (58.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 61.2°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (40.8°F).

Average pressure in September
Bakersfield, CA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Bakersfield, CA

Average wind speed in September - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average wind speed in September: 4.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May, June and July (5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.9mph).

Average humidity in September
Bakersfield, CA

Average humidity in September - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average humidity in September: 33%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (29%).

Average rainfall in September
Bakersfield, CA

Average rainfall in September - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.08"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (1.26").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in September
Bakersfield, CA

Average rainfall days in September - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (9.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average snowfall in September
Bakersfield, CA

Average snowfall in September - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

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

Average snowfall days in September
Bakersfield, CA

Average snowfall days in September - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Bakersfield, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in September
Bakersfield, CA

Average sunshine days in September - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 27.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.2 days).

Average UV index in September
Bakersfield, CA

Average UV index in September - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average UV index in September: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in September
Bakersfield, CA

Average cloud cover in September - Bakersfield, CA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 4

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 25).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in September
Bakersfield, CA

Average visibility in September - Bakersfield, 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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