Memphis · September
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 85°F, dipping to 67°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
85° / 67°F
Humidity
69%
Rain days
9/mo
Wind
8 mph
What September feels like in Memphis
Sunrise
06:43
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:06
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Memphis in September
The kit for September in Memphis: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
September vs the surrounding months
vs August
-3° avg high
-7 rain days
Memphis in August →
September
85°F avg high
9 rain days
Best: morning
vs October
+11° avg high
-1 rain days
Memphis in October →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Memphis in September?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Memphis in September?+
Average high 85°F, average low 67°F.
How does September compare to surrounding months in Memphis?+
Compared to August (avg high 88°F), September is cooler. Compared to October (avg high 74°F), September is warmer.
Does it rain often in Memphis in September?+
Expect about 9 measurable rain days in September, on average.