Finger Lakes weather in September
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days. Average highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C, with around 10 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Finger Lakes. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
23°C
Average low
15°C
Rainy days
10 days
Best months to visit
June, August, September
What to do in Finger Lakes in September
Whatever the weather, Finger Lakes rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Wine trail tours: multiple winery visits and tastings
Seneca Lake boat tour: scenic water and vineyard views
Watkins Glen gorge hiking: cascades and stone formations
Cayuga Lake kayaking: glacial water and scenic shoreline
Ithaca Falls and gorge trails: multiple waterfall hikes
Farm-to-table restaurants: local wine and food pairings
What to pack for September
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
1C
Cold, with some rainy days.
February
2C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
6C
Cold, with some rainy days.
April
13C
Cool, with some rainy days.
May
20C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
June
25C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
August
26C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
September (you are here)
23C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
October
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
December
4C
Cold, with some rainy days.
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