Detroit weather in September

September in Detroit: nice, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.

#1 of 12 months in Detroit · #64 of 604 destinations to visit in September · comfort 90/100 (tier S)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Detroit climate normals — September

Daytime high24°C / 74°F😎 nice
Nighttime low16°C / 61°F
Feels like (high)23°C / 73°F
Rainfall55 mm / 2.2 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days9 days
Humidity73%💧 humid
Dew point14°C / 57°F
Sunshine9.5 h/day
Daylight12.5 h
Wind20 km/h / 12 mph
Air quality (US AQI)45🍃 good

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

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Detroit in September — FAQ

Is September a good time to visit Detroit?
September in Detroit: nice, a little rain, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #1 of 12 months for Detroit on SeasonMap's comfort score (90/100).
What is the weather like in Detroit in September?
In September, Detroit averages a daily high of 23.5°C and a low of 16°C, with about 54.8 mm of rain over roughly 9 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Detroit in September?
Detroit has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 45 in September.

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