September weather forecast
Elizabeth City, NC

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The Little Sugar Creek near a clear path on Greenway in the city of Elizabeth, North Carolina
The Little Sugar Creek near a clear path on Greenway in the city of Elizabeth, North Carolina

Weather in September

September marks the transition from summer to fall in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. While temperatures descend from August, the weather remains quite warm. September sees a gradual decreasing trend in rainfall amounts from the summer's peak, signifying the close of the storm season. As autumn approaches, wind speeds rise and daylight duration reduces, leading to fewer sunshine hours.

Temperature

With September's arrival, Elizabeth City notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 79.7°F (26.5°C), closely following the trend of the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C) is recorded during the nights in September.

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Elizabeth City, during September, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165 rainfall days, and 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Elizabeth City, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In Elizabeth City, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:49 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 9.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during September translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in September?

In Elizabeth City, 79.7°F (26.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 68.2°F (20.1°C) is the average low-temperature during September. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

The average relative humidity in September is 78%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In Elizabeth City, in September, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Elizabeth City have in September?

In Elizabeth City, the average day length in September is 12h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September in Elizabeth City, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:49 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Elizabeth City have in September?

The average sunshine duration in September is 9.5h.

How high is the UV index in September in Elizabeth City?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average temperature in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average high temperature in September: 79.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 68.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average pressure in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average pressure in September: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average wind speed in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average wind speed in September: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average humidity in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average humidity in September: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average rainfall in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average rainfall in September: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").

Average rainfall days in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average rainfall days in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in September: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average snowfall in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average snowfall days in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • 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: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average sunshine days in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in September: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.4 days).

Average UV index in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average UV index in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average UV index in September: 5

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

Average cloud cover in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average cloud cover in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in September: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in September
Elizabeth City, NC

Average visibility in September - Elizabeth City, NC
  • 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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