September weather forecast
Greenwich, CT

Share
The straight road of North Street cutting through the green leafy suburbs of the scenic Greenwich City in Connecticut
The straight road of North Street cutting through the green leafy suburbs of the scenic Greenwich City in Connecticut

Weather in September

With the arrival of September, Greenwich begins its transition from summer to fall. The foliage starts to change, painting the city with hues of autumn. The temperature also drops, signaling the impending colder months. Despite a decrease from August, the 3.5" (89mm) rainfall is relatively high for September. The sea temperature remains relatively warm, warranting one last dip before the cold sets in.

Temperature

With the onset of September, Greenwich's climate undergoes a slight change as the average high-temperature moves from a warm 80.6°F (27°C) in August to a still moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C). Greenwich experiences a mean temperature of 61.7°F (16.5°C) during September nights.

Humidity

In Greenwich, the average relative humidity in September is 74%.

Rainfall

In Greenwich, in September, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.6 rainfall days, and 37.64" (956mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Greenwich, in September, the average water temperature is 68.9°F (20.5°C).
Note: For most, swimming in 68.9°F (20.5°C) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Greenwich, Connecticut, is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in September interprets into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Greenwich in September?

The high-temperature, in September, in Greenwich, records 73.4°F (23°C), while the low-temperature is 61.7°F (16.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Greenwich?

In Greenwich, Connecticut, the average relative humidity in September is 74%.

How many days does it rain in September in Greenwich?

In Greenwich, in September, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Greenwich?

May through October are months without snowfall in Greenwich.

What is the ocean temperature in September in Greenwich?

In Greenwich, the average seawater temperature in September is 68.9°F (20.5°C). Swimming in 68.9°F (20.5°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 Greenwich?

The average day length in September in Greenwich is 12h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Greenwich?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 6:37 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Greenwich?

The average sunshine duration in September is 8.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Greenwich?

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Greenwich is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in September
Greenwich, CT

Average temperature in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average high temperature in September: 73.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 61.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Greenwich, CT

Average pressure in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average pressure in September: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Greenwich, CT

Average wind speed in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average wind speed in September: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in September
Greenwich, CT

Average humidity in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average humidity in September: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in September
Greenwich, CT

Average rainfall in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (2.4").

Average rainfall days in September
Greenwich, CT

Average rainfall days in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average rainfall days in September: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in September
Greenwich, CT

Average snowfall in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Greenwich, CT

Average snowfall days in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in September
Greenwich, CT

Average sea temperature in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average sea temperature in September: 68.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.5°F).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Greenwich, CT

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in September
Greenwich, CT

Average sunshine days in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average sunshine days in September: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in September
Greenwich, CT

Average UV index in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Greenwich, CT

Average cloud cover in September - Greenwich, CT
  • Average cloud cover in September: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in September
Greenwich, CT

Average visibility in September - Greenwich, CT
  • 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).

Greenwich, Connecticut, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location