Big Sur vs San Diego in September

San Diego is the better pick in September — 91 vs 87 on SeasonMap's comfort score. San Diego is warm, dry, muggy air, while Big Sur is warm, dry, clean air.

Big Sur vs San Diego — September climate, side by side

🇺🇸 Big Sur🇺🇸 San Diego
Comfort score87/100 (A)91/100 (S)
Feels-like high28°C27°C
Avg high / low27° / 13°26° / 19°
Rainfall5 mm6 mm
Rainy days11
Humidity72%77%
Air quality (AQI)3353

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

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Big Sur vs San Diego in September — FAQ

Is September better in Big Sur or San Diego?
San Diego is the better pick in September — 91 vs 87 on SeasonMap's comfort score. San Diego is warm, dry, muggy air, while Big Sur is warm, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Big Sur vs San Diego in September?
In September, Big Sur averages 27°C high / 13°C low with about 5 mm of rain; San Diego averages 26°C high / 19°C low with about 6 mm.