Norwalk Weather in September (1981–2025)

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September at a Glance in Norwalk

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
23.0°C
Avg Low
❄️
16.4°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
19.7°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
101 mm
Avg Humidity
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76%
Avg Wind
🌬️
2.5 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4.3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+8.4°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons🌤️Cool mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Norwalk September Weather Overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Norwalk, with average highs near 23°C and lows around 16.4°C (mean 19.7°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 101 mm of rainfall and 76% relative humidity across the period.

Norwalk September Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Norwalk. Across 45 years of records, the warmest September in Norwalk was 2015 — when the month averaged 21.9°C — while the coldest was 1984 at 17.2°C. Typical September days reach 23°C with nights near 16.4°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.6°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp18.9°C→20.6°C+1.7°C
Max Temp22.7°C→23.8°C+1.1°C
Min Temp15.1°C→17.4°C+2.3°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

17.0°C–18.3°C1 yr (2%)
18.3°C–19.5°C19 yr (42%)
19.5°C–20.8°C18 yr (40%)
20.8°C–22.0°C7 yr (16%)

Norwalk September Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

September is about average for rainfall in Norwalk, averaging 101 mm of rainfall. The wettest September on record was 2023 with 232 mm, while the driest was 2024 at 20 mm.

Norwalk September Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Norwalk during September averages 76%. The most humid September was 2011 at 86%, and the least humid was 1983 at 67%.

Norwalk September Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

September receives about 4.3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Norwalk. The sunniest Septembers were 1984 and 2007 at 4.9 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2018 at 3.3.

Norwalk September Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Norwalk during September is 2.5 m/s. The windiest Septembers were 1981 and 2010 at 2.8 m/s, while the calmest was 1982 at 2.1 m/s.

What September Feels Like in Norwalk

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Cool
Morning
🌞
Mild
Afternoon
🌆
Mild
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How September Ranks in Norwalk

🔥3rd warmest month of the year
🌵5th driest month of the year
☀️6th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Norwalk Weather by Month

Norwalk September Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp18.8°C19.0°C19.8°C20.6°C20.5°C+1.7°C
Avg High22.4°C22.3°C23.1°C23.8°C23.7°C+1.3°C
Avg Low15.2°C15.8°C16.5°C17.3°C17.3°C+2.1°C
Avg Rain82 mm108 mm109 mm94 mm112 mm+30 mm

Extreme September Records in Norwalk

🔥Warmest September32.6°C2023
🧊Coldest September7.4°C2000
🌧️Wettest September232 mm2023
🏜️Driest September20 mm2024
🌬️Windiest September2.8 m/s1981

Key Insights for September

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September temperatures in Norwalk have risen by about 1.7°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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September has ranged from a record low of 7.4°C (2000) to a record high of 32.6°C (2023).

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Rainfall in September is about average for rainfall, averaging 101 mm, with a wettest year of 232 mm.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Norwalk?

One of the best times to visit Norwalk

September is one of the best times to visit Norwalk. Expect days averaging 23°C and nights around 16.4°C (mean 19.7°C) — warmer than Norwalk's yearly average — with higher rainfall (101 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Norwalk'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 →

Norwalk Weather in September — In Depth

☀️ September climate overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Norwalk, with average highs near 23°C and lows around 16.4°C (mean 19.7°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 101 mm of rainfall and 76% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in September

September averages 101 mm of rainfall in Norwalk, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest September on record saw 232 mm (2023), and the driest just 20 mm (2024). Humidity sits around 76% and average wind speed is 2.5 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4.3 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 1.7°C. Daytime highs moved from 22.7°C to 23.8°C and overnight lows from 15.1°C to 17.4°C over the same span.
September Weather in Norwalk, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202524.5°C21.1°C17.6°C27.8°C14.6°C64 mm74%2.2 m/s4.5
202423.3°C20.0°C16.7°C27.0°C13.8°C20 mm75%2.4 m/s4.4
2023 🌧️23.8°C20.7°C17.6°C32.6°C12.0°C232 mm80%2.6 m/s3.9
202223.7°C20.4°C17.1°C28.0°C10.6°C125 mm74%2.6 m/s4.3
202123.7°C20.8°C17.9°C27.5°C13.2°C168 mm80%2.7 m/s4.3
202023.4°C20.1°C16.9°C28.2°C10.8°C67 mm75%2.6 m/s4.4
201923.9°C20.4°C16.8°C27.0°C11.8°C38 mm74%2.4 m/s4.5
201823.8°C21.3°C18.7°C32.1°C12.7°C190 mm84%2.4 m/s3.3
201723.9°C20.5°C17.1°C29.9°C12.2°C64 mm77%2.4 m/s4.4
201624.6°C21.3°C18.1°C30.2°C12.7°C67 mm73%2.7 m/s4.4
2015 🔥25.6°C21.9°C18.1°C30.9°C13.0°C97 mm75%2.3 m/s4.7
201423.7°C20.3°C16.8°C29.7°C11.8°C41 mm72%2.3 m/s4.5
201322.7°C18.9°C15.1°C29.1°C9.9°C57 mm72%2.4 m/s4.6
201223.1°C20.1°C17.1°C29.5°C12.7°C117 mm75%2.6 m/s4.2
201122.8°C20.2°C17.6°C25.8°C11.1°C179 mm86%2.4 m/s3.8
201024.3°C20.9°C17.6°C31.6°C13.2°C91 mm74%2.8 m/s4.3
200922.2°C18.9°C15.7°C27.9°C11.0°C62 mm75%2.5 m/s4.3
200822.9°C19.8°C16.8°C28.6°C12.1°C196 mm79%2.4 m/s4.4
200724.1°C20.5°C16.9°C27.2°C12.0°C37 mm73%2.4 m/s4.9
200621.7°C18.8°C15.9°C25.3°C11.5°C88 mm79%2.6 m/s3.9
200525.6°C21.8°C18.0°C30.7°C11.8°C45 mm69%2.3 m/s4.8
200423.4°C20.2°C17.1°C27.8°C11.5°C197 mm80%2.4 m/s4.1
200322.5°C19.7°C16.9°C25.6°C11.1°C134 mm81%2.6 m/s3.8
200223.5°C20.2°C16.9°C30.3°C12.8°C128 mm77%2.5 m/s4.5
200122.9°C19.4°C15.9°C26.7°C11.2°C92 mm73%2.5 m/s4.6
200022.0°C18.5°C15.1°C27.7°C7.4°C111 mm76%2.5 m/s4.2
199922.8°C19.9°C16.9°C26.9°C11.0°C201 mm80%2.6 m/s4.1
199823.9°C20.2°C16.5°C28.4°C10.9°C70 mm73%2.4 m/s4.4
199722.4°C18.8°C15.3°C26.5°C10.1°C39 mm74%2.7 m/s4.5
199622.2°C19.2°C16.3°C29.2°C11.0°C146 mm80%2.6 m/s3.6
199522.5°C19.0°C15.6°C27.5°C10.5°C101 mm69%2.7 m/s4.3
199421.8°C18.3°C14.9°C26.2°C11.8°C100 mm75%2.7 m/s4.3
199322.3°C19.2°C16.1°C29.1°C9.8°C136 mm77%2.6 m/s3.4
199221.4°C18.4°C15.3°C25.3°C7.8°C103 mm78%2.7 m/s4
199121.9°C18.6°C15.3°C29.3°C7.6°C120 mm72%2.6 m/s4.3
199022.0°C18.7°C15.4°C27.1°C9.0°C68 mm76%2.5 m/s4.4
198922.4°C19.1°C15.8°C30.1°C9.0°C121 mm78%2.6 m/s4.1
198822.1°C18.3°C14.5°C25.5°C10.3°C78 mm72%2.4 m/s4.7
198721.7°C18.7°C15.6°C25.6°C10.4°C134 mm81%2.5 m/s3.8
198622.1°C18.6°C15.1°C26.9°C9.4°C36 mm73%2.5 m/s4
198523.3°C19.7°C16.0°C29.5°C11.0°C84 mm73%2.4 m/s4.4
1984 ❄️20.9°C17.2°C13.6°C26.2°C7.8°C64 mm73%2.3 m/s4.9
198324.6°C20.4°C16.2°C30.6°C10.1°C71 mm67%2.2 m/s—
198222.6°C18.7°C14.8°C28.5°C12.2°C47 mm73%2.1 m/s—
198122.0°C18.4°C14.8°C27.7°C8.6°C108 mm72%2.8 m/s—

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

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Norwalk September Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Norwalk in September?▼

The average high in September is around 23°C with lows near 16.4°C (mean 19.7°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Norwalk in September?▼

September averages 101 mm of rainfall in Norwalk, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 232 mm in 2023.

What was the hottest September on record in Norwalk?▼

The hottest September reached 32.6°C in 2023. The coldest dipped to 7.4°C in 2000.

Has September in Norwalk 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 1.7°C. Daytime highs moved from 22.7°C to 23.8°C and overnight lows from 15.1°C to 17.4°C over the same span.

Is September a good time to visit Norwalk?▼

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Norwalk and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 23°C daytime highs and 16.4°C at night.

Is September the coldest month in Norwalk?▼

Not quite — September is the 10th coolest month in Norwalk, averaging 19.7°C.

What should I pack for Norwalk in September?▼

For September in Norwalk, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 23°C and lows of 16.4°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Norwalk humid in September?▼

Relative humidity in September averages 76% — quite humid.

How windy is Norwalk in September?▼

Average wind speed in September is 2.5 m/s. The windiest September on record averaged 2.8 m/s (1981).

Which September had the most rainfall in Norwalk?▼

The wettest September on record was 2023 with 232 mm. On average, September sees 101 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 Norwalk 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.