Things to Do in Carmel-by-the-Sea in September
September weather, activities, events & insider tips
September Weather in Carmel-by-the-Sea
Long-run averages for September
What's On in Carmel-by-the-Sea in September
September in Carmel-by-the-Sea sees average highs of 19°C and average lows of 14°C, with average rainfall of 8 mm. The month is 1°C warmer than August and drier than October. Labor Day falls on Monday 6 September 2027.
September Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 18°C | 13°C | 3 mm |
| September | 19°C | 14°C | 8 mm |
| October | 19°C | 12°C | 20 mm |
September is 1°C warmer than August; about as warm as October; drier than October (8 mm vs 20 mm).
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Open-Meteo.
Daylight in September
Day length: 12 h 55 min on 1 September, 12 h 21 min on 15 September (−71 min compared with mid-August).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
Public Holidays and Long Weekends
- Labor Day: Monday 6 September 2027 (3-day weekend (Sat–Mon))
Holiday dates: Nager.Date. Long-weekend notes are computed from the weekday.
Notable Places to Visit
Nonprofit public aquarium in Monterey, California
Hours (OSM): Mo-Su 09:00-17:00
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Spanish mission in Carmel Valley, California
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Marine protected area in California, USA
OSM · Wikidata · Website
Places within 8 km, ordered by Wikipedia coverage. Opening hours as mapped in OpenStreetMap (fetched 2026-10-16); check before you go. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); descriptions from Wikidata (CC0).
Quick Answers
How much rain does Carmel-by-the-Sea get in September?
On average 8 mm in September, drier than October (8 mm vs 20 mm).
How warm is Carmel-by-the-Sea in September?
Average highs are 19°C and average lows 14°C.
How long are the days in Carmel-by-the-Sea in September?
About 12 h 21 min of daylight on 15 September.
Are there public holidays in Carmel-by-the-Sea in September?
Yes: Labor Day on Monday 6 September 2027. 1 of them create a long weekend.
What are some notable places to visit in Carmel-by-the-Sea?
Monterey Bay Aquarium, Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, Asilomar Conference Grounds (from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata).
Public Holidays in September
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
Known in English as Labour Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Known in English as Labour Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
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