Odessa Weather in September (1981–2025)

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September at a Glance in Odessa

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
31.2°C
Avg Low
❄️
17.7°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
24.5°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
56 mm
Avg Humidity
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53%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3.1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
5.7
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+6.2°C
temp difference
🌡️Warm afternoons🌤️Cool mornings☀️Very sunny🌦️Some rain💨Breezy🏜️Low humidity

Odessa September Weather Overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Odessa, with average highs near 31.2°C and lows around 17.7°C (mean 24.5°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 56 mm of rainfall and 53% relative humidity across the period.

Odessa September Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Odessa. Across 45 years of records, the warmest September in Odessa was 2023 — when the month averaged 28.3°C — while the coldest was 1991 at 21.1°C. Typical September days reach 31.2°C with nights near 17.7°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.5°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp24.0°C→26.2°C+2.2°C
Max Temp30.7°C→33.3°C+2.6°C
Min Temp17.5°C→19.0°C+1.5°C

Trend (per decade)

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

Distribution of Avg Temp

21.0°C–23.0°C6 yr (13%)
23.0°C–25.0°C23 yr (51%)
25.0°C–27.0°C14 yr (31%)
27.0°C–29.0°C2 yr (4%)

Odessa September Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

September is a relatively wet time of year in Odessa, averaging 56 mm of rainfall. The wettest September on record was 2024 with 141 mm, while the driest was 2000 at 2 mm.

Odessa September Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Odessa during September averages 53%. The most humid September was 1991 at 68%, and the least humid was 2000 at 31%.

Odessa September Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

September receives about 5.7 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Odessa. The sunniest September was 1992 at 6.3 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2014 at 4.8.

Odessa September Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Odessa during September is 3.1 m/s. The windiest September was 1983 at 3.7 m/s, while the calmest were 1987 and 2008 at 2.5 m/s.

What September Feels Like in Odessa

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Cool
Morning
🌞
Warm
Afternoon
🌆
Mild
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★★★

How September Ranks in Odessa

🔥4th warmest month of the year
🌧️1st wettest month of the year
☀️7th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Odessa Weather by Month

Odessa September Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp23.7°C24.0°C24.2°C25.0°C25.8°C+2.1°C
Avg High30.4°C30.8°C31.1°C31.5°C32.9°C+2.5°C
Avg Low17.0°C17.2°C17.4°C18.6°C18.5°C+1.5°C
Avg Rain64 mm53 mm48 mm68 mm43 mm-21 mm

Extreme September Records in Odessa

🔥Warmest September42.0°C2023
🧊Coldest September3.6°C1985
🌧️Wettest September141 mm2024
🏜️Driest September2 mm2000
🌬️Windiest September3.7 m/s1983

Key Insights for September

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September temperatures in Odessa have risen by about 2.2°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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September has ranged from a record low of 3.6°C (1985) to a record high of 42°C (2023).

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Rainfall in September is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 56 mm, with a wettest year of 141 mm.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Odessa?

One of the best times to visit Odessa

September is one of the best times to visit Odessa. Expect days averaging 31.2°C and nights around 17.7°C (mean 24.5°C) — warmer than Odessa's yearly average — with moderate rainfall (56 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Odessa'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 →

Odessa Weather in September — In Depth

☀️ September climate overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Odessa, with average highs near 31.2°C and lows around 17.7°C (mean 24.5°C). It is a relatively wet time of year, averaging 56 mm of rainfall and 53% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in September

September averages 56 mm of rainfall in Odessa, a relatively wet time of year compared with the rest of the year. The wettest September on record saw 141 mm (2024), and the driest just 2 mm (2000). Humidity sits around 53% and average wind speed is 3.1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 5.7 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 2.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 30.7°C to 33.3°C and overnight lows from 17.5°C to 19°C over the same span.
September Weather in Odessa, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202532.8°C26.0°C19.1°C37.8°C14.2°C29 mm50%3 m/s5.7
2024 🌧️31.5°C24.6°C17.6°C37.3°C12.2°C141 mm60%2.9 m/s5.7
2023 🔥35.9°C28.3°C20.7°C42.0°C17.4°C39 mm45%2.9 m/s6
202232.6°C25.6°C18.5°C35.2°C14.9°C19 mm53%3 m/s6.1
202133.9°C26.6°C19.2°C39.1°C12.1°C5 mm44%3.1 m/s6.2
202030.9°C23.4°C16.0°C38.4°C9.0°C26 mm51%2.9 m/s5.6
201933.3°C27.3°C21.2°C36.4°C19.3°C44 mm53%3.4 m/s5.7
201829.8°C23.7°C17.6°C36.1°C10.2°C80 mm66%3 m/s5.4
201731.6°C24.9°C18.3°C39.2°C13.9°C85 mm53%3.4 m/s5.3
201630.5°C24.5°C18.5°C36.0°C12.2°C69 mm63%3.3 m/s5.6
201533.1°C26.6°C20.0°C37.8°C15.9°C30 mm50%3.1 m/s6
201429.1°C23.6°C18.1°C41.0°C9.4°C120 mm66%3.4 m/s4.8
201331.8°C25.1°C18.4°C37.7°C10.4°C32 mm51%3.3 m/s5.6
201231.6°C24.5°C17.5°C39.8°C11.0°C123 mm48%3.2 m/s5.5
201133.3°C25.4°C17.6°C38.5°C12.6°C22 mm35%2.8 m/s6.1
201031.2°C24.8°C18.3°C36.1°C10.8°C73 mm60%3 m/s5.7
200929.3°C22.9°C16.5°C34.8°C9.4°C46 mm57%2.9 m/s5.4
200828.5°C22.3°C16.0°C33.9°C11.5°C94 mm61%2.5 m/s5.6
200730.6°C24.6°C18.6°C35.4°C14.5°C65 mm66%3.2 m/s5.7
200629.3°C22.5°C15.7°C35.5°C11.3°C58 mm57%3.1 m/s5.6
200533.6°C26.3°C19.1°C38.0°C13.4°C4 mm49%3.1 m/s6.1
200429.2°C23.2°C17.2°C37.8°C11.6°C125 mm62%3.2 m/s5.6
200331.1°C24.0°C16.9°C36.0°C13.8°C36 mm56%3.4 m/s5.9
200232.5°C25.1°C17.8°C36.0°C11.5°C23 mm45%3.2 m/s6
200131.8°C24.6°C17.4°C37.6°C9.7°C30 mm50%3.1 m/s6
200035.2°C26.9°C18.6°C40.8°C7.2°C2 mm31%3.2 m/s6.1
199932.4°C25.0°C17.5°C37.2°C8.0°C34 mm46%3.3 m/s5.8
199833.8°C26.6°C19.4°C38.3°C17.4°C19 mm50%3 m/s6
199732.4°C25.6°C18.8°C39.1°C11.8°C43 mm52%3 m/s6
199629.7°C22.9°C16.2°C34.6°C7.3°C57 mm58%2.7 m/s5.6
199530.7°C24.0°C17.3°C38.7°C5.2°C87 mm57%2.8 m/s5.3
199430.8°C23.6°C16.4°C35.3°C9.7°C38 mm50%2.8 m/s5.9
199330.1°C23.2°C16.3°C35.2°C8.1°C37 mm56%3.1 m/s5.6
199231.7°C24.4°C17.0°C36.4°C10.4°C11 mm50%3.5 m/s6.3
1991 ❄️26.9°C21.1°C15.3°C32.6°C6.0°C119 mm68%3 m/s5
199029.3°C23.5°C17.8°C35.7°C12.3°C86 mm62%2.6 m/s5.1
198930.3°C23.0°C15.8°C37.1°C4.6°C50 mm47%3 m/s6
198830.5°C23.4°C16.4°C35.0°C9.7°C103 mm54%2.9 m/s5.8
198730.1°C23.1°C16.0°C34.4°C11.7°C60 mm56%2.5 m/s5.9
198629.1°C23.4°C17.8°C32.9°C13.2°C129 mm67%3.3 m/s5.6
198529.3°C23.3°C17.3°C37.2°C3.6°C92 mm57%3.4 m/s5.5
198429.8°C22.5°C15.2°C38.4°C3.9°C52 mm49%3.5 m/s5.5
198331.9°C25.2°C18.6°C37.5°C7.9°C18 mm48%3.7 m/s—
198232.6°C25.7°C18.9°C36.5°C12.2°C22 mm45%3.3 m/s—
198129.8°C23.5°C17.3°C35.0°C11.0°C48 mm57%2.9 m/s—

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

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Odessa September Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Odessa in September?▼

The average high in September is around 31.2°C with lows near 17.7°C (mean 24.5°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Odessa in September?▼

September averages 56 mm of rainfall in Odessa, a relatively wet time of year. The wettest on record was 141 mm in 2024.

What was the hottest September on record in Odessa?▼

The hottest September reached 42°C in 2023. The coldest dipped to 3.6°C in 1985.

Has September in Odessa 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 2.2°C. Daytime highs moved from 30.7°C to 33.3°C and overnight lows from 17.5°C to 19°C over the same span.

Is September a good time to visit Odessa?▼

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Odessa and a relatively wet time of year, so plan for around 31.2°C daytime highs and 17.7°C at night.

Is September the coldest month in Odessa?▼

Not quite — September is the 9th coolest month in Odessa, averaging 24.5°C.

What should I pack for Odessa in September?▼

For September in Odessa, pack light, breathable clothing and sun protection, with typical highs of 31.2°C and lows of 17.7°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Odessa humid in September?▼

Relative humidity in September averages 53% — relatively dry.

How windy is Odessa in September?▼

Average wind speed in September is 3.1 m/s. The windiest September on record averaged 3.7 m/s (1983).

Which September had the most rainfall in Odessa?▼

The wettest September on record was 2024 with 141 mm. On average, September sees 56 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 Odessa 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.