Raleigh · September
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 82°F, dipping to 66°F at night. Humidity averages 76% — the limiting factor on most runs. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
82° / 66°F
Humidity
76%
Rain days
14/mo
Wind
9 mph
What September feels like in Raleigh
Sunrise
06:57
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:21
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
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 Raleigh in September
The kit for September in Raleigh: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
September vs the surrounding months
vs August
-5° avg high
-3 rain days
Raleigh in August →
September
82°F avg high
14 rain days
Best: morning
vs October
+9° avg high
+4 rain days
Raleigh in October →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Raleigh in September?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Raleigh in September?+
Average high 82°F, average low 66°F.
How does September compare to surrounding months in Raleigh?+
Compared to August (avg high 87°F), September is cooler. Compared to October (avg high 73°F), September is warmer.
Does it rain often in Raleigh in September?+
Expect about 14 measurable rain days in September, on average.