Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Hudson in September
Hudson cools off: highs slip to 76°F (25°C), from 83°F in August, with lows of 55°F (13°C) and about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain.
September opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 81/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 55°F (13°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (109 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs settle around 76°F (25°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 12°C (22°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.3 in (109 mm).
Plan around September
September is one of Hudson's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 62°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: May and September & October.
- Comfort improves from 73/100 in August to 81/100.
- September sits inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes76°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 55°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Hudson in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Swoon Kitchenbar
Warren Street New American bistro, a Hudson dinner mainstay with seasonal local ingredients.
Why now September scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Thomas Cole National Historic Site
Home and studio of the founder of the Hudson River School.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Art Omi
Sculpture and architecture park on open fields.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Wm. Farmer and Sons
Restaurant and inn near the station serving seasonal Southern-leaning plates.
Kaaterskill Falls
Two-tier waterfall in the Catskills painted by Thomas Cole.
Nearby in September
- Beacon in September~52 mi · highs 78°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Manhattan in September~102 mi · highs 77°F, 4.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- New York City in September~107 mi · highs 74°F, 3.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Woodstock in September~115 mi · highs 71°F, 3.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~270 m to Hudson's ~25 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Hudson in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Hudson?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 81/100. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain. September is inside the Apr – Nov window our Hudson Valley by Rail route recommends.
How hot is Hudson in September?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 55°F (13°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Hudson in September?
Some: about 4.3 in (109 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 47.2 in (1198 mm).
What should I pack for Hudson in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (76°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 55°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in September
- Hudson Valley by Rail Apr – Nov
Planning Hudson in September?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.