September weather forecast
Plymouth, MA

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The white colonial houses in Plymouth, Massachusetts, with the US flag flying
The white colonial houses in Plymouth, Massachusetts, with the US flag flying

Weather in September

As summer dwindles down, September in Plymouth, Massachusetts, signals the onset of the fall season with cooling temperatures and a change in foliage. The September climate brings comfortable temperatures, sporadic rain, and the always inviting sea. The noticeable drop in sea temperature from 68.4°F (20.2°C) in August to 65.8°F (18.8°C) in September showcases the subtle emergence of the cooler season. This transition shifts the city's vitality from the beach to the colored cityscape, making it an exquisite month for sightseeing and nature walks. Even as summer waves goodbye, September keeps the warmth alive, albeit tinted with fall hues.

Temperature

Plymouth's progression into September involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) in August to a pleasant 70.2°F (21.2°C). Plymouth's average low-temperature in the month of September is recorded at a refreshing 59.7°F (15.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Plymouth, in September, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Plymouth, there are 132.2 rainfall days, and 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Plymouth, Massachusetts, snow does not fall in May through October.

Ocean temperature

In Plymouth, in September, the average water temperature is 65.8°F (18.8°C).
Note: Swimming is not an enjoyable activity for the majority when the water is at 65.8°F (18.8°C). The difficulty of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 6:25 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Plymouth, the average sunshine in September is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Plymouth, Massachusetts, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in September translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Plymouth in September?

September temperatures in Plymouth vary between a high-temperature of 70.2°F (21.2°C) and a low-temperature of 59.7°F (15.4°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Plymouth?

In September, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in September in Plymouth?

In Plymouth, in September, during 11 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Plymouth?

May through October are months without snowfall.

What is the ocean temperature in September in Plymouth?

In Plymouth, the average seawater temperature in September is 65.8°F (18.8°C). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 65.8°F (18.8°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

What is the average length of the day in September in Plymouth?

The average day length in September is 12h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in September in Plymouth?

On the first day of September, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 7:15 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 Plymouth?

The average sunshine duration in September in Plymouth is 8.6h.

What is the UV index reading in September in Plymouth?

In Plymouth, the average daily maximum UV index in September 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
Plymouth, MA

Average temperature in September - Plymouth, MA
  • Average high temperature in September: 70.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 59.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in September
Plymouth, MA

Average pressure in September - Plymouth, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Plymouth, MA

Average wind speed in September - Plymouth, MA
  • Average wind speed in September: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in September
Plymouth, MA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in September
Plymouth, MA

Average rainfall in September - Plymouth, MA
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (1.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in September
Plymouth, MA

Average rainfall days in September - Plymouth, MA
  • Average rainfall days in September: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Plymouth, MA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Plymouth, MA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in September
Plymouth, MA

Average sea temperature in September - Plymouth, MA
  • Average sea temperature in September: 65.8°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.2°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Plymouth, MA

Average sunshine days in September - Plymouth, MA
  • Average sunshine days in September: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in September
Plymouth, MA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in September
Plymouth, MA

Average cloud cover in September - Plymouth, MA
  • Average cloud cover in September: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in September
Plymouth, MA

Average visibility in September - Plymouth, 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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