September · Alaska
Best time to visit Homer in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Homer in September
Average temperature 8°C, 166 mm of rain, about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
4.4/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 166 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 1
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Homer scores 4.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 8°C, 166 mm of rain, and roughly 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Homer's spit stretches into Kachemak Bay with halibut charters, volcano views, and across-water wilderness access.
September in Homer — the hardest end of the year
Expect 8°C (46°F) in September. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
166 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 4.4/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Homer — 3.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Homer in September?
- In September, Homer averages 8°C, 166 mm of rain, and about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.4/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Homer?
- September earns a 4.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Homer in September?
- Expect about 166 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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