September weather forecast
Wrightsville Beach, NC

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Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72°F (22.2°C) and 81.9°F (27.7°C).

Temperature

Wrightsville Beach's average high-temperature in September is a still warm 81.9°F (27.7°C), indicating a subtle variation from August. Wrightsville Beach's average low-temperature in the month of September is recorded at an agreeable 72°F (22.2°C).

Heat index

The heat index value for September is calculated to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In Wrightsville Beach, the average relative humidity in September is 76%.

Rainfall

September is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.4 days and accumulates 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Wrightsville Beach, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in September is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:56 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Wrightsville Beach, the average sunshine in September is 9.6h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in September interprets into the following advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in September?

During September, Wrightsville Beach experiences an average high-temperature of 81.9°F (27.7°C) and a low-temperature of 72°F (22.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In September, the average relative humidity is 76%.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is September, when the rain falls for 14.4 days and typically aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in September?

In September, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout September, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Wrightsville Beach?

March through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in September?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in September?

On the first day of September in Wrightsville Beach, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 6:56 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

In Wrightsville Beach, the average sunshine duration in September is 9.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in September?

In Wrightsville Beach, the average daily maximum UV index in September is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average temperature in September - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average high temperature in September: 81.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 72°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
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average pressure in September - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average pressure in September: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average wind speed in September - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average wind speed in September: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average humidity in September - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average humidity in September: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and December (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (73%).

Average rainfall in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average rainfall in September - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average rainfall days in September - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average rainfall days in September: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average snowfall in September - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January, February and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average snowfall days in September - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Wrightsville Beach, 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 July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average sunshine days in September - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average sunshine days in September: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.2 days).

Average UV index in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average UV index in September - Wrightsville Beach, 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
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average cloud cover in September - Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • Average cloud cover in September: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in September
Wrightsville Beach, NC

Average visibility in September - Wrightsville Beach, 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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