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Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in September
Downtown & Midtown Atlanta cools off: highs slip to 84°F (29°C), from 90°F in August, with lows of 62°F (17°C) and about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain.
It scores 80/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (95 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 46%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 12 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What September feels like
Warm afternoons near 84°F (29°C) make long days outdoors easy.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 12°C (22°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 3.7 in (95 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around September
September is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April and October & November).
- Comfort improves from 64/100 in August to 80/100.
- Our Atlanta New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — September falls outside it.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 84°F
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 62°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
SkyView Atlanta
Ferris wheel with enclosed, heated gondolas next to Centennial Olympic Park, about 200 feet up over downtown.
Why now September scores 80/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Mary Mac's Tea Room
Midtown Southern dining room open since 1945, known for fried chicken, collards, pot likker and cinnamon rolls.
Centennial Olympic Park
The 1996 Olympics park at the heart of downtown, ringed by the skyline and the main open space for watching the midnight show.
Why now Highs near 84°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Jackson Street Bridge
Overpass above Freedom Parkway with the most photographed view of the downtown skyline, a short walk from Old Fourth Ward.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in September
- Cherokee in September~133 mi · highs 79°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Townsend in September~138 mi · highs 83°F, 4.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Knoxville in September~154 mi · highs 84°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Asheville in September~164 mi · highs 78°F, 4.6 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
These averages also cover Old Fourth Ward & the BeltLine.
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.
Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Downtown & Midtown Atlanta?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 80/100 against a best of 90 in April and October & November. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain.
How hot is Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in September?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 62°F (17°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in September?
Some: about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1292 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 84°F), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 62°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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