September weather forecast
New York, USA

September in New York State marks the delightful transition from the fervor of summer to the mellow onset of autumn. As days shorten and nights grow cooler, the landscape begins its majestic transformation, painting a picturesque tapestry of amber, crimson, and gold.

For the upstate regions, particularly those surrounding the Appalachian and Adirondack Mountains, temperatures typically range from 55°F (12.8°C) to 75°F (23.9°C). The declining warmth of September, combined with occasional rainfall, plays a pivotal role in the onset of fall foliage. This month, the higher elevations of these regions are among the first to showcase the vibrant colors of the changing leaves.

Downstate New York, encompassing the Greater New York Metropolitan Area and Long Island, generally witnesses temperatures that fluctuate between 60°F (15.6°C) and 80°F (26.7°C). New York City's urban environment continues to hold onto remnants of summer's warmth, especially in the early part of the month. However, by September's end, even the city begins to acknowledge autumn's gentle prodding.

In contrast to the sultriness of August, September ushers in an era of moderate temperatures and reduced humidity. The balance between the fading warmth of summer and the refreshing coolness of impending autumn makes it an ideal month for outdoor endeavors. Events like apple picking, hiking, and visits to vineyards are particularly popular. As September progresses, its concluding days set the tone for the full embrace of autumn in October, with all its associated festivities and natural splendor.

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• New York - September »
  September in New York implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from August's moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) to a still warm 74.8°F (23.8°C). On the first day of September in New York sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:29 pm.
• Buffalo - September »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Buffalo are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 74%. In Buffalo in September, the average water temperature is 69.4°F (20.8°C).
• Rochester - September »
  The month with the least rainfall in Rochester is September, when the rain falls for 13.9 days and typically collects 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. August and September, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Rochester, New York.
• Yonkers - September »
  In Yonkers, in September, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Yonkers, the beginning of September is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from August's warm 82.6°F (28.1°C) to a still moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C).
• Syracuse - September »
  In Syracuse, New York, in September, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of September in Syracuse, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:40 pm.
• Albany - September »
  In Albany, New York, in September, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the last day of September, in Albany, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 6:38 pm EDT.
• New Rochelle - September »
  In New Rochelle during September, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In New Rochelle during September, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.
• Mount Vernon - September »
  In Mount Vernon during September, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. On the first day of September in Mount Vernon sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:28 pm.
• Schenectady - September »
  On the first day of September in Schenectady sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:31 pm. In Schenectady snow does not fall in June through September.
• Utica - September »
  On the last day of September, in Utica sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 6:44 pm EDT. September signals a transition from the warm summer days to the cooler autumn months in Utica.
• White Plains - September »
  As September in White Plains unfolds, so does the transition from summer temperatures of 73.9°F (23.3°C) to the cooler embrace of the upcoming fall season. In White Plains, New York, in September, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Hempstead - September »
  September marks the onset of fall in Hempstead, New York, with the weather significantly cooling down from the summer temperatures of August. During the month of September, Hempstead's average nighttime temperature closely mirrors its daytime counterpart, at a refreshing 64.6°F (18.1°C).