Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Mobile in September
Mobile edges cooler than August, with highs of 85°F (30°C), lows of 74°F (23°C) and about 5.6 in (142 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 68/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 5.6 in (142 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 44%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What September feels like
Highs settle around 85°F (30°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 74°F (23°C).
With 77% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.6 in (142 mm) across the month.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are March and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 52/100 in August to 68/100.
- Our New Orleans & Gulf Coast route recommends Feb – May, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 85°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Quick-dry fabrics77% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Mobile in September
September is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park
Tour a WWII battleship, the submarine USS Drum and an aircraft pavilion.
Why now September scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Colonial Fort Condé
Partial reconstruction of the 1700s French fort, next to the welcome center.
Bellingrath Gardens and Home
65 acres of formal gardens on the Fowl River south of the city.
Why now Highs near 85°F and 5.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Wintzell's Oyster House
Downtown oyster house since 1938 serving oysters fried, stewed or nude.
Felix's Fish Camp
Causeway seafood restaurant over the delta with bay views.
Nearby in September
- Gulf Shores in September~37 mi · highs 83°F, 5.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- New Orleans in September~132 mi · highs 85°F, 5.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Clarksdale in September~284 mi · highs 88°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in September~300 mi · highs 84°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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.
Mobile in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Mobile?
It's middling, scoring 68/100. The best months are March and October & November, at up to 89. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 5.6 in (142 mm) of rain. Our New Orleans & Gulf Coast route recommends Feb – May, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Mobile in September?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Mobile in September?
Yes: about 5.6 in (142 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 62.6 in (1590 mm).
What should I pack for Mobile in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 85°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), quick-dry fabrics (77% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Mobile in September?
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