September weather forecast
Big Sur, CA

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Weather in September

September's arrival marks the onset of autumn in Big Sur while maintaining the vestiges of the summer's warmth. From August’s minimal rainfall, September witnesses a minor rise as the precipitation climbs to 0.08" (2mm), rationed over 2.4 days. The month serves up a delightful blend of summer's residual warmth and the emerging flourish of the fall season, creating a spectacle of atmospheric allure that only September in Big Sur can offer.

Temperature

In Big Sur, September is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and a low of 55.4°F (13°C).

Humidity

In Big Sur, the average relative humidity in September is 75%.

Rainfall

In Big Sur, in September, it is raining for 2.4 days, with typically 0.08" (2mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Big Sur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70 days and collects up to 11.93" (303mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

The months with the warmest seawater are August through October, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C).
Note: The majority of individuals do not enjoy swimming in water that is 59°F (15°C). Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:51 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 11h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in September translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest?

September, with its high-temperature average of 69.6°F (20.9°C) and a low-temperature average of 55.4°F (13°C), is the warmest month.

What is the average September temperature?

In September, in Big Sur, the average high-temperature is 69.6°F (20.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 55.4°F (13°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In Big Sur, the average relative humidity in September is 75%.

How much does it rain in September?

In September, the rain falls for 2.4 days. Throughout September, 0.08" (2mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What are the months with the warmest ocean?

The months with the warmest seawater in Big Sur are August through October, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C).

How cold is the water in September in Big Sur?

In September, the average ocean temperature is 59°F (15°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 59°F (15°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Big Sur have in September?

The average day length in September is 12h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 6:51 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 11h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in September?

In Big Sur, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Big Sur, CA

Average temperature in September - Big Sur, CA
  • Average high temperature in September: 69.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (69.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (57°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 55.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (46.9°F).

Average pressure in September
Big Sur, CA

Average pressure in September - Big Sur, CA
  • Average pressure in September: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Big Sur, CA

Average wind speed in September - Big Sur, CA
  • Average wind speed in September: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Big Sur, CA

Average humidity in September - Big Sur, CA
  • Average humidity in September: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (70%).

Average rainfall in September
Big Sur, CA

Average rainfall in September - Big Sur, CA
  • Average rainfall in September: 0.08"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.04").

Average rainfall days in September
Big Sur, CA

Average rainfall days in September - Big Sur, CA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

Average sea temperature in September
Big Sur, CA

Average sea temperature in September - Big Sur, CA
  • Average sea temperature in September: 59°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (59°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are March, April and May (54°F).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Big Sur, CA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in September
Big Sur, CA

Average sunshine days in September - Big Sur, CA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 26.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (17.3 days).

Average UV index in September
Big Sur, CA

Average UV index in September - Big Sur, CA
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in September
Big Sur, CA

Average cloud cover in September - Big Sur, CA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in September
Big Sur, CA

Average visibility in September - Big Sur, 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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