September weather forecast
Morehead City, NC

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Morehead City, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 80.4°F (26.9°C) and min 73°F (22.8°C).

Temperature

Morehead City notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 80.4°F (26.9°C) in September, displaying minor variation from August. A consistent nighttime average temperature of 73°F (22.8°C) is maintained during September.

Humidity

In Morehead City, the average relative humidity in September is 77%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout September, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Morehead City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Ocean temperature

In Morehead City, the average seawater temperature in September is 80.8°F (27.1°C).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other activities in water temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) are thought to be quite enjoyable and satisfying for extended periods, with no discomfort.

Daylight

In Morehead City, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:51 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Morehead City, the average sunshine in September is 9.7h.

UV index

In Morehead City, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in September transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation is accentuated by reflecting off sand and water.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Morehead City in September?

The high-temperature, in September, in Morehead City, is 80.4°F (26.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 73°F (22.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In Morehead City, the average relative humidity in September is 77%.

How much does it rain in September?

In Morehead City, in September, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through December are months without snowfall.

What is the water temperature in September?

In Morehead City, in September, the average water temperature is 80.8°F (27.1°C). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 77°F (25°C) and 84.2°F (29°C) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September in Morehead City, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 6:51 pm EDT.

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

In September, the average sunshine duration is 9.7h.

How high is the UV index in September?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Morehead City, NC

Average temperature in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average high temperature in September: 80.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 73°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.4°F).

Average pressure in September
Morehead City, NC

Average pressure in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average pressure in September: 30.01"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Morehead City, NC

Average wind speed in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average wind speed in September: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Morehead City, NC

Average humidity in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average humidity in September: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (74%).

Average rainfall in September
Morehead City, NC

Average rainfall in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average rainfall in September: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in September
Morehead City, NC

Average rainfall days in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average rainfall days in September: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

Average snowfall in September
Morehead City, NC

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Morehead City, NC

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in September
Morehead City, NC

Average sea temperature in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average sea temperature in September: 80.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (83.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61.3°F).

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

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in September
Morehead City, NC

Average sunshine days in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average sunshine days in September: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.9 days).

Average UV index in September
Morehead City, NC

Average UV index in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average UV index in September: 6

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

Average cloud cover in September
Morehead City, NC

Average cloud cover in September - Morehead City, NC
  • Average cloud cover in September: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in September
Morehead City, NC

Average visibility in September - Morehead 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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