Big Sur vs Monterey in September

Big Sur and Monterey are nearly tied in September — 87 vs 88 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Big Sur is warm, dry, clean air; Monterey is nice, dry, clean air.

Big Sur vs MontereySeptember climate, side by side

Big SurMonterey
Comfort score87/100 (A)88/100 (A)
Feels-like high28°C22°C
Avg high / low27° / 13°21° / 13°
Rainfall5 mm4 mm
Rainy days11
Humidity72%81%
Air quality (AQI)3333

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Big Sur vs Monterey in September — FAQ

Is September better in Big Sur or Monterey?
Big Sur and Monterey are nearly tied in September — 87 vs 88 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Big Sur is warm, dry, clean air; Monterey is nice, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Big Sur vs Monterey in September?
In September, Big Sur averages 27°C high / 13°C low with about 5 mm of rain; Monterey averages 21°C high / 13°C low with about 4 mm.