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San Diego, September 1
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Historical Weather Analysis

San Diego Weather on September 1 — Best Time to Visit?

Based on 30 years of historical data, we have the answer.

clear-day

26.1°C

High

18.9°C

Low

3%

Rain

☀️ Feels like 27.2°C (humidity)

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YES, IT'S PARADISE
HolidayPeak Season

September 1 is statistically one of the best days of the year in San Diego. With minimal rain risk (3%) and pleasant highs of 26°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in San Diego this month as tourism activity remains quite robust. Note: September 1 is Labour Day in San Diego, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.

Currency

USD

$ United States dollar

Language

English

Driving

Right side

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Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.44

San Diego Weather Forecast for September 1

"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 26.1°C. 3% chance of rain."

What to Wear in San Diego in September

Based on historical data for September 1, San Diego typically experiences temperatures between 18.9°C and 26.1°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (3% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.

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  • Light Clothing

Average High

extreme-hot

26.1°C

Daytime Peak

Average Low

extreme-cold

18.9°C

Nighttime Low

Feels Like

partly-cloudy-day

27.2°C

☀️ Minor difference

Rain Chance

rain

3%

Avg 0mm if it rains

Cloud Cover

cloudy

28%

Overcast

Pressure

pressure

1011.2 hPa

Low volatility

San Diego Weather Conditions & UV Index

Weather Confidence

30-year variance analysis

96%Highly Predictable

Based on 10 years of data

Temperature
±2.6°CModerate
Precipitation
2-10%Predictable

🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Sun Exposure

UV Index & Safety Guide

4.1Moderate
036811+

Protection Needed

SPF 30 recommended

Safe Sun Windows
Morning

05:00 - 10:00

Afternoon

16:00 - 18:00

Time to Sunburn

Type I-II

🔴 20 min to burn

Type III-IV

🟡 30 min to burn

Type V-VI

🟢 50 min to burn

UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.

Outdoor Comfort

How pleasant is it outside?

64Moderate
TemperatureHot
HumidityMuggy
WindLight Breeze

Dew Point

22°C

Humid/Sticky

Heat Stress

Low

No heat warning

😐 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)

Marine Conditions

Water Temp
21.5°C
🏊 Swimming Pool
Avg daily surface temperature
Surf Conditions
0.79m
🌊 Fun Waves
Max daily wave height
Advisories

Marine Life

No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!

Swim Index

✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions

Travel & Logistics Insights

Local Calendar

Holiday

Labour Day

Flight Traffic

Busy

75/100 pressure index

Health Advisory

Healthy

Routine only • View Details →

Landing Slots

~334

Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)

Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in San Diego

Daylight & Sun

Solar Elevation Cycle

🌅 Sunrise

05:24

☀️ Noon

11:50

🌇 Sunset

18:15

⏱️ Daylight

12h 50m

Golden Hour
Morning05:24 - 05:57
17:42 - 18:15Evening

Wind Speed

wind

14.8 km/h

Gentle breeze

Sunshine

clear-day

11.3 hrs

Direct Sun (Cloud-free)

Humidity

humidity

78%

Humid / Damp

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Travel Health & Safety in San Diego

Travel Comfort Index

Real-time tourism conditions

Weather Quality

☀️ Excellent

98/100

Tourist Crowds

🟡 Busy

85/100

Price Level

💰💰💰 Expensive

90/100

Health & Wellbeing

Meteo-Health Forecast

85Score
Atmospheric Pressure1011.2 hPa
Volatility:Low
Migraine RiskLow

Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.

Joint Pain RiskMedium

Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.

Fishing IndexFair

Moderate fish activity expected.

Air Quality Forecast
61AQI
Moderate
PM2.5 Concentration15 µg/m³

Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.

Regional Safety Profile

Medium

Seismic Activity

Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.

Total events (30y):36
In Sep (30y):2
Last in Sep:2014-09-07
💡 Occasional tremors possible. Know your hotel's evacuation route.
High

Eastern Pacific Hurricane Risk

Season: May - Nov

Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, San Diego on September 1 averages 26.1°C with a 3% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."

— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology

San Diego Weather History (2010–2024)

Temperature History

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Hall of Fame

Records from last 10 years

Hottest
2017
31.3°C
Coldest
2018
18.1°C
Rainiest
2023
6.6mm

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📍 Is San Diego Worth Visiting on September 1?

Planning a trip to San Diego on September 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 26.1°C with a 3% historical precipitation risk.

🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Labour Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.

✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 334 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.

🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 21.5°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.79m.

📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest September 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 31.3°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 18.1°C in 2018.

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