Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Springfield in September
Springfield cools off: highs slip to 81°F (27°C), from 88°F in August, with lows of 58°F (15°C) and about 3.8 in (97 mm) of rain.
September opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 87/100 (the top score of the year).
- Avg high
- 81°F (27°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 3.8 in (97 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 43%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs settle around 81°F (27°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 13°C (23°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.8 in (97 mm).
Plan around September
September is one of Springfield's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 68°F.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: September & October.
- Comfort improves from 70/100 in August to 87/100.
- September sits inside the Apr – Oct window our Ozarks Hidden Gems route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clothes81°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 58°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 Springfield in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden
7.5-acre Japanese garden with koi ponds and a moon bridge.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Apr–Oct.
Fantastic Caverns
Ride-through cave tour by jeep-drawn tram, open year-round.
Why now September scores 87/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Mother's Brewing Company
Downtown brewery taproom in a former bakery building.
Leong's Asian Diner
Family restaurant from the inventors of Springfield-style cashew chicken.
Wilson's Creek National Battlefield
Civil War battlefield with a 5-mile tour road and walking trails.
Nearby in September
- Branson in September~39 mi · highs 84°F, 3.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Eureka Springs in September~61 mi · highs 82°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Kansas City in September~148 mi · highs 80°F, 3.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Lawrence in September~161 mi · highs 80°F, 3.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
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.
Springfield in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Springfield?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 87/100. Expect highs of 81°F (27°C) and 3.8 in (97 mm) of rain. September is inside the Apr – Oct window our Ozarks Hidden Gems route recommends.
How hot is Springfield in September?
Average highs are 81°F (27°C) and average lows 58°F (15°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Springfield in September?
Some: about 3.8 in (97 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 47.8 in (1214 mm).
What should I pack for Springfield in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (81°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 58°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).
More on Springfield
Routes in season in September
- Ozarks Hidden Gems Apr – Oct
Planning Springfield in September?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.