Fall River Weather in September (1981–2025)

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September at a Glance in Fall River

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
22.4°C
Avg Low
❄️
15.1°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
18.8°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
100 mm
Avg Humidity
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77%
Avg Wind
🌬️
1.8 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4.4
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+8.1°C
temp difference
🌤️Mild afternoons🌤️Cool mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Fall River September Weather Overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Fall River, with average highs near 22.4°C and lows around 15.1°C (mean 18.8°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 100 mm of rainfall and 77% relative humidity across the period.

Fall River September Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Fall River. Across 45 years of records, the warmest September in Fall River was 2015 — when the month averaged 20.9°C — while the coldest was 1984 at 16.9°C. Typical September days reach 22.4°C with nights near 15.1°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.5°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp18.1°C→19.7°C+1.6°C
Max Temp22.3°C→23.2°C+0.9°C
Min Temp13.9°C→16.3°C+2.4°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

16.0°C–17.3°C3 yr (7%)
17.3°C–18.5°C17 yr (38%)
18.5°C–19.8°C16 yr (36%)
19.8°C–21.0°C9 yr (20%)

Fall River September Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

September is about average for rainfall in Fall River, averaging 100 mm of rainfall. The wettest September on record was 2008 with 212 mm, while the driest was 1986 at 26 mm.

Fall River September Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Fall River during September averages 77%. The most humid September was 2011 at 85%, and the least humid was 1983 at 68%.

Fall River September Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

September receives about 4.4 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Fall River. The sunniest September was 2007 at 5 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1996 at 3.5.

Fall River September Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Fall River during September is 1.8 m/s. The windiest Septembers were 2017, 2021 and 2023, among others at 1.9 m/s, while the calmest was 2005 at 1.5 m/s.

What September Feels Like in Fall River

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

How September Ranks in Fall River

🔥3rd warmest month of the year
🌧️6th wettest month of the year
☀️6th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Fall River Weather by Month

Fall River September Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp17.9°C18.1°C18.9°C19.5°C19.7°C+1.8°C
Avg High21.8°C21.7°C22.5°C23.1°C23.2°C+1.4°C
Avg Low13.9°C14.4°C15.2°C15.9°C16.2°C+2.3°C
Avg Rain76 mm109 mm105 mm99 mm115 mm+39 mm

Extreme September Records in Fall River

🔥Warmest September31.7°C2023
🧊Coldest September5.0°C1991
🌧️Wettest September212 mm2008
🏜️Driest September26 mm1986
🌬️Windiest September1.9 m/s1981

Key Insights for September

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September temperatures in Fall River have risen by about 1.6°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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September has ranged from a record low of 5°C (1991) to a record high of 31.7°C (2023).

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Rainfall in September is about average for rainfall, averaging 100 mm, with a wettest year of 212 mm.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Fall River?

One of the best times to visit Fall River

September is one of the best times to visit Fall River. Expect days averaging 22.4°C and nights around 15.1°C (mean 18.8°C) — warmer than Fall River's yearly average — with higher rainfall (100 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Fall River'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 →

Fall River Weather in September — In Depth

☀️ September climate overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Fall River, with average highs near 22.4°C and lows around 15.1°C (mean 18.8°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 100 mm of rainfall and 77% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in September

September averages 100 mm of rainfall in Fall River, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest September on record saw 212 mm (2008), and the driest just 26 mm (1986). Humidity sits around 77% and average wind speed is 1.8 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4.4 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 1.6°C. Daytime highs moved from 22.3°C to 23.2°C and overnight lows from 13.9°C to 16.3°C over the same span.
September Weather in Fall River, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202523.5°C19.9°C16.2°C27.3°C12.5°C84 mm78%1.6 m/s4.6
202422.7°C19.1°C15.5°C27.1°C13.1°C57 mm78%1.8 m/s4.3
202323.3°C20.1°C16.9°C31.7°C11.4°C187 mm82%1.9 m/s4
202223.0°C19.4°C15.8°C28.7°C9.1°C143 mm77%1.8 m/s4.3
202123.5°C20.2°C17.0°C26.1°C11.4°C188 mm80%1.9 m/s4.3
202022.9°C19.4°C15.9°C29.7°C8.6°C32 mm75%1.8 m/s4.4
201923.0°C19.1°C15.2°C28.0°C10.6°C47 mm76%1.8 m/s4.8
201823.1°C20.0°C17.0°C30.8°C11.0°C191 mm83%1.8 m/s3.7
201723.4°C19.6°C15.9°C27.8°C10.5°C93 mm79%1.9 m/s4.3
201623.6°C20.2°C16.9°C30.9°C8.6°C77 mm76%1.9 m/s4.1
2015 🔥24.8°C20.9°C16.9°C30.4°C10.7°C127 mm78%1.6 m/s4.9
201423.4°C19.5°C15.5°C28.1°C9.9°C32 mm74%1.6 m/s4.7
201321.8°C17.7°C13.7°C27.4°C8.5°C61 mm76%1.7 m/s4.7
201222.4°C18.9°C15.3°C26.9°C9.5°C118 mm77%1.8 m/s4.3
201122.5°C19.4°C16.3°C26.0°C10.3°C161 mm85%1.6 m/s4.3
201023.2°C19.8°C16.3°C31.4°C10.4°C83 mm76%1.9 m/s4.5
200921.5°C17.8°C14.1°C27.3°C9.5°C52 mm77%1.8 m/s4.6
2008 🌧️22.2°C18.9°C15.5°C27.1°C11.0°C212 mm81%1.7 m/s4.2
200723.5°C19.5°C15.4°C27.5°C10.3°C54 mm75%1.7 m/s5
200621.3°C17.9°C14.5°C24.3°C8.4°C68 mm80%1.9 m/s4.2
200524.3°C20.3°C16.2°C29.4°C9.3°C76 mm75%1.5 m/s4.9
200422.4°C18.8°C15.1°C27.5°C8.9°C179 mm80%1.7 m/s4.5
200322.3°C19.1°C15.8°C25.7°C10.5°C92 mm81%1.7 m/s4.3
200223.2°C19.6°C16.0°C30.5°C11.0°C133 mm80%1.8 m/s4.4
200122.5°C18.8°C15.0°C26.6°C10.6°C99 mm76%1.8 m/s4.8
200021.7°C17.9°C14.1°C26.8°C5.9°C85 mm77%1.8 m/s4.5
199922.8°C19.6°C16.4°C27.9°C10.2°C167 mm80%1.8 m/s4.1
199822.8°C18.8°C14.9°C26.2°C7.5°C70 mm76%1.6 m/s4.8
199721.8°C18.0°C14.3°C25.0°C7.0°C31 mm76%1.8 m/s4.3
199621.2°C18.1°C14.9°C29.6°C8.2°C183 mm82%1.8 m/s3.5
199521.9°C17.9°C13.9°C28.5°C9.5°C85 mm72%1.9 m/s4.3
199421.1°C17.4°C13.7°C25.8°C9.9°C97 mm77%1.8 m/s4.3
199321.8°C18.2°C14.5°C28.8°C6.6°C125 mm79%1.9 m/s3.6
199220.8°C17.4°C13.9°C25.0°C5.3°C114 mm79%1.8 m/s4.4
199120.8°C17.2°C13.7°C27.4°C5.0°C147 mm77%1.9 m/s4.2
199021.8°C18.0°C14.2°C28.1°C6.5°C67 mm76%1.8 m/s4.4
198921.7°C18.1°C14.5°C29.4°C5.4°C112 mm79%1.8 m/s4.5
198821.8°C17.5°C13.3°C26.0°C8.0°C65 mm72%1.7 m/s4.7
198721.0°C17.7°C14.4°C26.7°C8.5°C137 mm80%1.8 m/s4.1
198620.8°C17.1°C13.4°C24.9°C7.7°C26 mm76%1.8 m/s4.3
198521.9°C18.0°C14.1°C27.0°C8.3°C73 mm79%1.7 m/s4.5
1984 ❄️21.0°C16.9°C12.7°C25.7°C8.1°C59 mm72%1.8 m/s4.7
198324.6°C20.1°C15.5°C30.7°C8.8°C50 mm68%1.7 m/s—
198222.0°C18.0°C14.0°C27.6°C11.1°C78 mm77%1.7 m/s—
198121.8°C17.6°C13.4°C26.7°C5.7°C83 mm74%1.9 m/s—

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

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Fall River September Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Fall River in September?▼

The average high in September is around 22.4°C with lows near 15.1°C (mean 18.8°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Fall River in September?▼

September averages 100 mm of rainfall in Fall River, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 212 mm in 2008.

What was the hottest September on record in Fall River?▼

The hottest September reached 31.7°C in 2023. The coldest dipped to 5°C in 1991.

Has September in Fall River 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 1.6°C. Daytime highs moved from 22.3°C to 23.2°C and overnight lows from 13.9°C to 16.3°C over the same span.

Is September a good time to visit Fall River?▼

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Fall River and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 22.4°C daytime highs and 15.1°C at night.

Is September the coldest month in Fall River?▼

Not quite — September is the 10th coolest month in Fall River, averaging 18.8°C.

What should I pack for Fall River in September?▼

For September in Fall River, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 22.4°C and lows of 15.1°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Fall River humid in September?▼

Relative humidity in September averages 77% — quite humid.

How windy is Fall River in September?▼

Average wind speed in September is 1.8 m/s. The windiest September on record averaged 1.9 m/s (1981).

Which September had the most rainfall in Fall River?▼

The wettest September on record was 2008 with 212 mm. On average, September sees 100 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 Fall River 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.