Hilton Head Island vs Santa Barbara in September

Santa Barbara is the better pick in September — 92 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Santa Barbara is warm, dry, clean air, while Hilton Head Island is hot, soaked, clean air.

Hilton Head Island vs Santa BarbaraSeptember climate, side by side

Hilton Head IslandSanta Barbara
Comfort score84/100 (A)92/100 (S)
Feels-like high32°C27°C
Avg high / low29° / 23°26° / 16°
Rainfall157 mm6 mm
Rainy days71
Humidity79%61%
Air quality (AQI)4636

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

Hilton Head Island vs Santa Barbara in September — FAQ

Is September better in Hilton Head Island or Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara is the better pick in September — 92 vs 84 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Santa Barbara is warm, dry, clean air, while Hilton Head Island is hot, soaked, clean air.
What is the weather like in Hilton Head Island vs Santa Barbara in September?
In September, Hilton Head Island averages 29°C high / 23°C low with about 157 mm of rain; Santa Barbara averages 26°C high / 16°C low with about 6 mm.