Gadsden Weather in September (1981–2025)

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September at a Glance in Gadsden

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
30.0°C
Avg Low
❄️
17.0°C
Avg Temp
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23.5°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
93 mm
Avg Humidity
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69%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.4 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4.8
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+7.1°C
temp difference
🌡️Warm afternoons🌤️Cool mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds😊Comfortable humidity

Gadsden September Weather Overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Gadsden, with average highs near 30°C and lows around 17°C (mean 23.5°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 93 mm of rainfall and 69% relative humidity across the period.

Gadsden September Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Gadsden. Across 45 years of records, the warmest September in Gadsden was 2019 — when the month averaged 27.9°C — while the coldest was 2011 at 21.1°C. Typical September days reach 30°C with nights near 17°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp22.3°C→23.8°C+1.5°C
Max Temp29.2°C→30.4°C+1.2°C
Min Temp15.4°C→17.2°C+1.8°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

21.0°C–22.8°C17 yr (38%)
22.8°C–24.5°C16 yr (36%)
24.5°C–26.3°C9 yr (20%)
26.3°C–28.0°C3 yr (7%)

Gadsden September Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

September is one of the drier months in Gadsden, averaging 93 mm of rainfall. The wettest September on record was 1988 with 252 mm, while the driest was 1984 at 8 mm.

Gadsden September Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Gadsden during September averages 69%. The most humid September was 2009 at 83%, and the least humid was 1999 at 48%.

Gadsden September Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

September receives about 4.8 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Gadsden. The sunniest September was 2019 at 5.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest were 1988 and 2009 at 3.7.

Gadsden September Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Gadsden during September is 0.4 m/s. The windiest September was 2004 at 0.5 m/s, while the calmest was 2014 at 0.3 m/s.

What September Feels Like in Gadsden

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Cool
Morning
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Warm
Afternoon
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Mild
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How September Ranks in Gadsden

🔥4th warmest month of the year
🌵2nd driest month of the year
☀️6th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Gadsden Weather by Month

Gadsden September Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp22.6°C23.5°C23.4°C24.3°C23.7°C+1.1°C
Avg High28.9°C30.4°C29.7°C30.8°C30.3°C+1.4°C
Avg Low16.2°C16.7°C17.1°C17.8°C17.2°C+1°C
Avg Rain96 mm92 mm103 mm87 mm80 mm-16 mm

Extreme September Records in Gadsden

🔥Warmest September39.1°C1990
🧊Coldest September4.9°C1983
🌧️Wettest September252 mm1988
🏜️Driest September8 mm1984
🌬️Windiest September0.5 m/s2004

Key Insights for September

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September temperatures in Gadsden have risen by about 1.5°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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September has ranged from a record low of 4.9°C (1983) to a record high of 39.1°C (1990).

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Rainfall in September is one of the drier months, averaging 93 mm, with a wettest year of 252 mm.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Gadsden?

One of the best times to visit Gadsden

September is one of the best times to visit Gadsden. Expect days averaging 30°C and nights around 17°C (mean 23.5°C) — warmer than Gadsden's yearly average — with higher rainfall (93 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Gadsden's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Gadsden Weather in September — In Depth

☀️ September climate overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Gadsden, with average highs near 30°C and lows around 17°C (mean 23.5°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 93 mm of rainfall and 69% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in September

September averages 93 mm of rainfall in Gadsden, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest September on record saw 252 mm (1988), and the driest just 8 mm (1984). Humidity sits around 69% and average wind speed is 0.4 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4.8 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How September has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average September temperatures have risen by about 1.5°C. Daytime highs moved from 29.2°C to 30.4°C and overnight lows from 15.4°C to 17.2°C over the same span.
September Weather in Gadsden, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202532.2°C24.9°C17.7°C35.3°C13.7°C57 mm63%0.4 m/s5.3
202430.7°C24.5°C18.3°C36.4°C13.0°C124 mm68%0.4 m/s4.1
202331.5°C24.4°C17.3°C35.1°C12.7°C38 mm66%0.4 m/s5.1
202229.6°C22.7°C15.9°C35.8°C8.2°C72 mm68%0.4 m/s5.3
202128.1°C22.5°C17.0°C31.4°C8.3°C98 mm78%0.4 m/s4.8
202029.5°C23.3°C17.1°C34.4°C8.6°C93 mm72%0.4 m/s4.6
2019 🔥35.6°C27.9°C20.3°C38.9°C14.8°C17 mm58%0.4 m/s5.8
201832.6°C26.6°C20.6°C36.7°C17.7°C126 mm72%0.4 m/s4.8
201728.6°C22.3°C16.1°C32.4°C9.9°C106 mm72%0.4 m/s5.2
201633.6°C26.5°C19.3°C37.3°C9.5°C21 mm61%0.4 m/s5.4
201529.8°C23.5°C17.2°C35.1°C9.4°C47 mm72%0.4 m/s4.7
201430.7°C24.6°C18.4°C34.6°C11.2°C46 mm71%0.3 m/s4.6
201329.4°C23.2°C16.9°C32.7°C10.9°C83 mm75%0.4 m/s5.1
201228.6°C22.3°C16.0°C35.2°C6.9°C165 mm72%0.4 m/s4.7
2011 ❄️26.5°C21.1°C15.6°C37.4°C9.5°C226 mm77%0.4 m/s4.5
201032.7°C25.0°C17.4°C37.0°C9.8°C36 mm59%0.4 m/s5.6
200927.6°C23.1°C18.5°C30.8°C8.1°C184 mm83%0.4 m/s3.7
200829.0°C23.1°C17.2°C32.7°C10.0°C33 mm74%0.4 m/s4.8
200731.6°C24.7°C17.9°C36.1°C10.1°C68 mm64%0.4 m/s5
200629.3°C22.3°C15.4°C33.8°C7.4°C103 mm67%0.4 m/s5
200532.8°C25.3°C17.8°C36.3°C11.2°C50 mm63%0.4 m/s5.3
200428.3°C22.5°C16.8°C33.0°C10.0°C164 mm75%0.5 m/s4.5
200329.7°C22.9°C16.1°C34.1°C6.5°C53 mm70%0.4 m/s5.2
200231.3°C25.4°C19.5°C37.4°C15.3°C190 mm72%0.4 m/s3.9
200127.2°C21.2°C15.2°C32.2°C4.9°C113 mm73%0.4 m/s4.9
200030.1°C23.3°C16.4°C35.8°C7.1°C65 mm63%0.4 m/s4.3
199931.8°C23.7°C15.7°C38.1°C6.7°C27 mm48%0.4 m/s5
199833.2°C25.9°C18.7°C38.2°C11.3°C24 mm60%0.4 m/s4.8
199730.8°C23.9°C17.0°C36.3°C11.2°C141 mm66%0.4 m/s5
199628.5°C22.0°C15.6°C33.8°C7.8°C143 mm73%0.4 m/s4.6
199530.1°C23.3°C16.4°C35.8°C10.0°C116 mm68%0.4 m/s4.6
199428.4°C22.0°C15.6°C32.9°C7.7°C124 mm75%0.4 m/s4.9
199330.7°C23.4°C16.2°C36.3°C6.5°C79 mm66%0.4 m/s4.9
199227.1°C22.0°C16.8°C31.3°C7.4°C114 mm82%0.4 m/s4.1
199130.5°C23.9°C17.3°C37.1°C6.1°C88 mm67%0.4 m/s4.9
199032.5°C25.2°C17.8°C39.1°C6.1°C68 mm59%0.4 m/s5.1
198927.2°C21.9°C16.6°C31.7°C8.2°C185 mm82%0.4 m/s3.8
1988 🌧️27.7°C22.5°C17.3°C31.4°C10.2°C252 mm82%0.4 m/s3.7
198729.6°C23.0°C16.4°C33.4°C10.7°C88 mm67%0.4 m/s4.6
198629.8°C24.1°C18.4°C34.1°C13.3°C99 mm77%0.4 m/s4.4
198528.2°C21.8°C15.4°C32.4°C6.4°C72 mm70%0.4 m/s4.9
198430.1°C22.5°C14.8°C36.3°C8.9°C8 mm61%0.4 m/s5.1
198328.2°C22.1°C16.0°C35.8°C4.9°C87 mm70%0.4 m/s—
198230.1°C23.0°C15.8°C34.9°C7.1°C34 mm65%0.4 m/s—
198129.5°C22.2°C14.8°C33.1°C6.8°C37 mm64%0.4 m/s—

Actual recorded September data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Gadsden September Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Gadsden in September?▼

The average high in September is around 30°C with lows near 17°C (mean 23.5°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Gadsden in September?▼

September averages 93 mm of rainfall in Gadsden, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 252 mm in 1988.

What was the hottest September on record in Gadsden?▼

The hottest September reached 39.1°C in 1990. The coldest dipped to 4.9°C in 1983.

Has September in Gadsden gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average September temperatures have risen by about 1.5°C. Daytime highs moved from 29.2°C to 30.4°C and overnight lows from 15.4°C to 17.2°C over the same span.

Is September a good time to visit Gadsden?▼

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Gadsden and one of the drier months, so plan for around 30°C daytime highs and 17°C at night.

Is September the coldest month in Gadsden?▼

Not quite — September is the 9th coolest month in Gadsden, averaging 23.5°C.

What should I pack for Gadsden in September?▼

For September in Gadsden, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Gadsden humid in September?▼

Relative humidity in September averages 69% — moderately humid.

How windy is Gadsden in September?▼

Average wind speed in September is 0.4 m/s. The windiest September on record averaged 0.5 m/s (2004).

Which September had the most rainfall in Gadsden?▼

The wettest September on record was 1988 with 252 mm. On average, September sees 93 mm.

Where does this September weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Gadsden behaves each September, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for September specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.