Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Savannah in September
Savannah cools off: highs slip to 85°F (30°C), from 89°F in August, with lows of 71°F (22°C) and about 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 70/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 71°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (103 mm)
- Humidity
- 78%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 70/100 · Good
What September feels like
Highs settle around 85°F (30°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 71°F (22°C).
Humidity averages 78%, so the air feels sticky and the heat feels stronger than the thermometer says.
Some rain is likely, about 4.1 in (103 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are February – April and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 53/100 in August to 70/100.
- Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 85°F
- Quick-dry fabrics78% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Savannah in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Forsyth Park
30-acre park with the famous white fountain under Spanish moss.
Why now September scores 70/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
River Street
Cobblestone riverfront of old cotton warehouses and passing container ships.
Why now Highs near 85°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Wormsloe State Historic Site
Mile-long avenue of 400 live oaks leading to colonial tabby ruins.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
The Olde Pink House
Southern dinner in a 1771 mansion; Planters Tavern downstairs has a piano bar.
Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters
Regency house museum with one of the South's best-preserved urban slave quarters.
Nearby in September
- Beaufort in September~35 mi · highs 84°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Charleston in September~83 mi · highs 84°F, 4.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Amelia Island in September~100 mi · highs 82°F, 5.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Jacksonville Beach in September~125 mi · highs 82°F, 5.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
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.
Savannah in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Savannah?
It's middling, scoring 70/100. The best months are February – April and October & November, at up to 94. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain. Our Charleston & Savannah route recommends Mar – May, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Savannah in September?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 71°F (22°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Savannah in September?
Some: about 4.1 in (103 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.3 in (1151 mm).
What should I pack for Savannah in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 85°F), quick-dry fabrics (78% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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