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Uptown Charlotte in September
Uptown Charlotte cools off: highs slip to 84°F (29°C), from 90°F in August, with lows of 62°F (16°C) and about 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain.
It scores 78/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 84°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 62°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (98 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 50%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What September feels like
Days are warm, averaging 84°F (29°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 62°F (16°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
Some rain is likely, about 3.9 in (98 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 62/100 in August to 78/100.
- Our Charlotte 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 clothes84°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 62°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Uptown Charlotte in September
September is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Romare Bearden Park
Uptown park beside Truist Field, its trees wrapped in lights through the holidays.
Why now September scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Aria Tuscan Grill
Northern Italian restaurant at the base of the Bank of America Corporate Center on Tryon Street.
Why now Highs near 84°F and 3.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
The Capital Grille
Dry-aged steakhouse on North Tryon Street, one of Uptown's long-running rooms for a special night out.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Merchant & Trade
Rooftop bar atop the Kimpton Tryon Park, looking over Romare Bearden Park, the ballpark and the skyline.
Nearby in September
- Blowing Rock in September~78 mi · highs 73°F, 4.4 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Asheville in September~99 mi · highs 78°F, 4.6 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Downtown Raleigh in September~130 mi · highs 83°F, 4.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Cherokee in September~141 mi · highs 79°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
These averages also cover NoDa.
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.
Uptown Charlotte in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Uptown Charlotte?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 78/100 against a best of 90 in April and October & November. Expect highs of 84°F (29°C) and 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain.
How hot is Uptown Charlotte in September?
Average highs are 84°F (29°C) and average lows 62°F (16°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Uptown Charlotte in September?
Some: about 3.9 in (98 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 45.1 in (1146 mm).
What should I pack for Uptown Charlotte in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (84°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 62°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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