Massachusetts Weather Changes Noticeably From August to September

You've probably noticed some subtle changes in the air as we approach Labor Day weekend in Massachusetts. The sun is no longer directly above us at midday but has drifted to the south and will continue to until the winter solstice on December 21, 2024, the shortest day of the year.

Some leaves have already begun to sport fall colors, and the summer birds are getting ready to hit the trail for warmer climates.

The dog days of August are quickly fading and will soon be replaced by the cooler, crisper weather of September and October. We are mere days away from the autumnal equinox, or the first day of fall, which arrives on September 22.

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WeatherSpark.com says in September, "Daily high temperatures decrease by 9 degrees Fahrenheit, from 76 degrees Fahrenheit to 67 degrees Fahrenheit, rarely falling below 58 degrees Fahrenheit or exceeding 86 degrees Fahrenheit."

The site says the daily low temperature in Massachusetts will, on average, decrease by nine degrees from 62 to 53 degrees Fahrenheit during September.

Cloud cover and the chance for rain increase as September unfolds. No matter how you dress to begin your September day, it always seems the wrong decision as the day wears on.

The fashion site JessicaLitras.com says, "Dressing in layers is especially helpful on days with cool, crisp mornings that turn into bright, warm afternoons."

Fall is coming, and there is not much we summer bums can do about it but prepare for change. It is certainly better than what follows fall.