September weather forecast
Charlottesville, VA

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The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia
The beautiful sunrise over Charlottesville, Virginia

Weather in September

September in Charlottesville denotes the onset of autumn, bringing in a significant change in climate. As the temperature begins to recede from the highs of summer to the maximum 78.6°F (25.9°C), the transformation becomes evident. September sees fewer rains than August, indicating a shift in the city's climate. The days start getting shorter once again as the city transitions from the vigorous summer to the tranquil autumn. The leaves begin to change color, and the city starts preparing for the chilly months ahead.

Temperature

As August transitions into September, Charlottesville sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 85.6°F (29.8°C) to a still moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C). Throughout September, an average low-temperature of 58.5°F (14.7°C) is expected.

Humidity

May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Charlottesville, during September, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.9 rainfall days, and 27.99" (711mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Charlottesville, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:57 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Charlottesville, the average sunshine in September is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In September, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in September?

The high-temperature during September is 78.6°F (25.9°C) and the low-temperature is 58.5°F (14.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in September?

The average relative humidity in September is 76%.

How many days does it rain in September?

In Charlottesville, during September, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

May through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Charlottesville have in September?

In September, the average day length is 12h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Charlottesville?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:57 pm EDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Charlottesville?

In September, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in September?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average temperature in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average high temperature in September: 78.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 58.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average pressure in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average pressure in September: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average wind speed in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average wind speed in September: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average humidity in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average humidity in September: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, September, October and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

Average rainfall in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average rainfall in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average rainfall in September: 2.05"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.69").

Average rainfall days in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average rainfall days in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average snowfall in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average snowfall days in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average sunshine days in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average UV index in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average UV index in September: 5

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

Average cloud cover in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average cloud cover in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in September
Charlottesville, VA

Average visibility in September - Charlottesville, VA
  • Average visibility in September: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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