Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Asheville in September
Asheville cools off: highs slip to 78°F (26°C), from 84°F in August, with lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 4.6 in (117 mm) of rain.
September opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 81/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 4.6 in (117 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 57°F (14°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.6 in (117 mm).
Plan around September
September is one of Asheville's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 67°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: April & May and September & October.
- Comfort improves from 71/100 in August to 81/100.
- September sits inside the May – Oct window our Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive recommends.
- Our Asheville, Blowing Rock & Boone route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — September falls outside it.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes78°F afternoons
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.6 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Asheville in September
September is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
12 Bones Smokehouse
Barbecue joint in the River Arts District, lunch only.
Why now September scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Mount Pisgah
1.6-mile hike to a summit with a broadcast tower and wide views.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 4.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Winter Lights
Walking trail of lit gardens and light displays at the North Carolina Arboretum, just off the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Biltmore Estate
Vanderbilt mansion with gardens, winery and miles of grounds.
Wedge Brewing Co.
River Arts District brewery with an outdoor yard and food trucks.
National Gingerbread House Competition
Hundreds of gingerbread houses from bakers across the country, displayed through the Omni Grove Park Inn each holiday season.
Nearby in September
- Cherokee in September~44 mi · highs 79°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Blowing Rock in September~62 mi · highs 73°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Townsend in September~68 mi · highs 83°F, 4.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Knoxville in September~81 mi · highs 84°F, 3.9 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Asheville in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Asheville?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 81/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 4.6 in (117 mm) of rain. September is inside the May – Oct window our Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive recommends.
How hot is Asheville in September?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Asheville in September?
Some: about 4.6 in (117 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.0 in (1347 mm).
What should I pack for Asheville in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (78°F afternoons), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.6 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in September
- Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive May – Oct
Planning Asheville in September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.