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Houston in September
What September is really like in Houston: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
September is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 21°C (70°F), about 10 rainy days and roughly 12.3 hours of daylight. Still hot and the peak of hurricane season; travel insurance is worth considering.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 21°C (70°F)
- Rainy days
- About 10
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Houston: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 26°C (79°F), and nights fall to about 21°C (70°F). Rain falls on roughly 10 of its 30 days. Compared with August (35°C (95°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 28°C (82°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 07:06
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 19:27
- Daylight
- About 12.3 hours
Autumn (September–November). September is hot and at peak hurricane risk; October and November are pleasant and dry.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 2 for crowds (the peak is March at 4) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in March). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
- Fiestas Patrias — Mexican Independence celebrations (around 16 September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Religious site · Montrose
Rothko Chapel
Sit for at least ten minutes; the paintings shift in tone as your eyes adjust and the daylight changes.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Art
- Free
- Architecture
- Off the beaten path
Park · Museum District
Hermann Park
Houston's central park has a Japanese garden, McGovern Lake with pedal boats, a miniature train, the McGovern Centennial Gardens and Miller Outdoor Theatre, which stages free concerts, plays and dance from spring to autumn.
- Time needed
- 1–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Couples
Zoo · Museum District
Houston Zoo
Arrive at opening in summer; by early afternoon the heat sends many animals into the shade.
- Time needed
- 3–4 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Nature
Park · Montrose and Downtown
Buffalo Bayou Park
A green corridor along the bayou west of downtown with trails, skyline views, kayak launches and public art.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Outdoors
- Nature
- After dark
- Views
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 21°C and 10 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Houston?
A month many travellers avoid, with a notable event on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, March–April and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Houston?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Still hot and the peak of hurricane season; travel insurance is worth considering.
+How warm is Houston in September?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 21°C (70°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Houston in September?
Expect rain on about 10 days of the month.