September 30 is generally a great time to visit Nantucket. While there is a slight chance of rain (30%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°C weather. Moderate travel demand makes this an excellent time for a balanced Nantucket experience.
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Essential Travel Info for Nantucket
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Nantucket Weather Forecast for September 30
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.9°C. 30% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Nantucket in September
Based on historical data for September 30, Nantucket typically experiences temperatures between 15.8°C and 17.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 30% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Nantucket
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
17.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
30%
Avg 3.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
53%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.8 hPa
Medium volatility
Nantucket Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 29 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 44 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 73 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.6°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Moderate
52/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~74
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Nantucket
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:37
☀️ Noon
11:31
🌇 Sunset
17:26
⏱️ Daylight
11h 49m
Wind Speed
32.6 km/h
Fresh breeze
Sunshine
8.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
81%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Nantucket
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Nantucket on September 30 averages 17.9°C with a 30% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 76/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Nantucket Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
September 23
18.6°C • 21% rain
Score
80
September 24
18.6°C • 24% rain
Score
79
September 25
18.5°C • 24% rain
Score
79
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Nantucket Worth Visiting on September 30?
Planning a trip to Nantucket on September 30? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.9°C with a 30% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 74 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest September 30 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.8°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 13.9°C in 2019.