Phoenix vs San Diego in September

San Diego is the better pick in September — 91 vs 49 on SeasonMap's comfort score. San Diego is warm, dry, muggy air, while Phoenix is sweltering, dry, clean air.

Phoenix vs San DiegoSeptember climate, side by side

PhoenixSan Diego
Comfort score49/100 (F)91/100 (S)
Feels-like high38°C27°C
Avg high / low39° / 26°26° / 19°
Rainfall12 mm6 mm
Rainy days21
Humidity33%77%
Air quality (AQI)4553

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

Phoenix vs San Diego in September — FAQ

Is September better in Phoenix or San Diego?
San Diego is the better pick in September — 91 vs 49 on SeasonMap's comfort score. San Diego is warm, dry, muggy air, while Phoenix is sweltering, dry, clean air.
What is the weather like in Phoenix vs San Diego in September?
In September, Phoenix averages 39°C high / 26°C low with about 12 mm of rain; San Diego averages 26°C high / 19°C low with about 6 mm.