Columbus weather in September

Columbus, United States
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September in Columbus: warm, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.

#1 of 12 months in Columbus · #68 of 897 destinations to visit in September · comfort 93/100 (tier S)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Columbus climate normals — September

Daytime high25°C / 78°F🌤 warm
Nighttime low16°C / 61°F
Rainfall53 mm / 2.1 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days8 days
Humidity71%💧 humid
Dew point14°C / 57°F
Sunshine9.9 h/day
Daylight12.4 h
Wind15 km/h / 9 mph
Air quality (US AQI)42🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Columbus in September — FAQ

Is September a good time to visit Columbus?
September in Columbus: warm, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #1 of 12 months for Columbus on SeasonMap's comfort score (93/100).
What is the weather like in Columbus in September?
In September, Columbus averages a daily high of 25.4°C and a low of 15.9°C, with about 53 mm of rain over roughly 7.6 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Columbus in September?
Columbus has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 42 in September.

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