September weather forecast
Rockport, MA

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Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Rockport, is still a comfortable month, with an average temperature varying between 59.9°F (15.5°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

Rockport's September weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from August's agreeable 73°F (22.8°C) to a refreshing 67.3°F (19.6°C). Rockport registers a gentle descent to an average nighttime low of 59.9°F (15.5°C) in September from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Rockport is 78%.

Rainfall

September is the month with the least rainfall in Rockport. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Rockport, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

In Rockport, the average seawater temperature in September is 62.6°F (17°C).
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 62.6°F (17°C) is not a pleasant experience. The difficulty in managing breathing increases as the 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 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Rockport, Massachusetts, the average sunshine in September is 8.6h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In September, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in September?

The high-temperature, in September, in Rockport, records 67.3°F (19.6°C), while the low-temperature is 59.9°F (15.5°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In Rockport, the average relative humidity in September is 78%.

What is the driest month?

September is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 11.9 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rockport in September?

In Rockport, in September, during 11.9 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the ocean temperature in September?

In September, the average ocean temperature is 62.6°F (17°C). For most, swimming in 62.6°F (17°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).

What is the average length of the day in September?

In September, the average day length is 12h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 7:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Rockport?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Rockport, MA

Average temperature in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average high temperature in September: 67.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 59.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Rockport, MA

Average pressure in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average pressure in September: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Rockport, MA

Average wind speed in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average wind speed in September: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in September
Rockport, MA

Average humidity in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average humidity in September: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (73%).

Average rainfall in September
Rockport, MA

Average rainfall in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in September
Rockport, MA

Average rainfall days in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in September
Rockport, MA

Average snowfall in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Rockport, MA

Average snowfall days in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in September
Rockport, MA

Average sea temperature in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average sea temperature in September: 62.7°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.8°F).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Rockport, MA

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in September
Rockport, MA

Average sunshine days in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).

Average UV index in September
Rockport, MA

Average UV index in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Rockport, MA

Average cloud cover in September - Rockport, MA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in September
Rockport, MA

Average visibility in September - Rockport, MA
  • 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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