Buffalo · September
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 72°F, dipping to 59°F at night. Humidity averages 76% — the limiting factor on most runs. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
Avg high / low
72° / 59°F
Humidity
76%
Rain days
13/mo
Wind
12 mph
What September feels like in Buffalo
Sunrise
06:56
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:24
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Buffalo in September
The kit for September in Buffalo: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
September vs the surrounding months
vs August
-5° avg high
-3 rain days
Buffalo in August →
September
72°F avg high
13 rain days
Best: morning
vs October
+12° avg high
-4 rain days
Buffalo in October →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Buffalo in September?+
Morning. Humidity rises with the sun — morning runs catch the driest, coolest window.
What's the average temperature in Buffalo in September?+
Average high 72°F, average low 59°F.
How does September compare to surrounding months in Buffalo?+
Compared to August (avg high 77°F), September is cooler. Compared to October (avg high 60°F), September is warmer.
Does it rain often in Buffalo in September?+
Expect about 13 measurable rain days in September, on average.