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Atlanta, GA Weather on September 4

Atlanta hit 97°F on this date in 2019, nearly 12 degrees above normal

September 4th in Atlanta typically brings early fall warmth with highs near 85°F, but the record tells a story of extremes. The city experienced a sweltering 97°F back in 2019, a stark contrast to the crisp 57°F low recorded in 1974, showing a 40-degree spread across five decades of September 4th data. This date represents the tail end of Atlanta's summer heat before cooler patterns gradually take hold in autumn.

By Weather On This Day|
Avg High
88°F
Avg Low
67°F
Record High
97°F
2019
Record Low
58°F
2021
Atlanta, GA on September 4 — Temperature History40°F60°F80°F100°F200020102020HighLow

What to Expect on September 4

Planning for September 4th in Atlanta, GA? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the warmest September 4 ever in Atlanta?

The warmest September 4 in Atlanta, GA reached 97°F in 2019. That is 9°F above the long-term average high of 88°F.

What was the coldest September 4 ever in Atlanta?

The coldest September 4 in Atlanta, GA dropped to 58°F in 2021. That is 9°F below the long-term average low of 67°F.

What is the average temperature on September 4 in Atlanta?

On September 4, Atlanta averages a high of 88°F and a low of 67°F based on 28 years of NOAA weather observations from ATLANTA FULTON CO AP.

How many years of weather data are available for September 4 in Atlanta?

We have 28 years of weather records for September 4 in Atlanta, GA, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.

September 4 Weather History in Atlanta

YearHighLowPrecipSnow
202589°F64°F0"--
202485°F66°F0"--
202389°F65°F0"--
202283°F73°F0"--
202184°F58°F0"--
202091°F71°F0"--
201997°F67°F0"--
201889°F71°F0"--
201786°F58°F0"--
201687°F65°F0"--
201592°F68°F0.3"--
201483°F72°F0.57"--
201389°F67°F0"--
201277°F73°F0.2"--
201180°F69°F0.05"--
201083°F63°F0"--
200984°F62°F0"--
200887°F60°F0"--
200794°F66°F0"--
200689°F71°F0"--
200589°F67°F0"--
200485°F67°F0"--
200387°F72°F0"--
200295°F66°F0"--
200182°F71°F0"--
200089°F69°F0"--
199993°F63°F0"--
199892°F66°F0"--

Based on 28 years of data from NOAA station: ATLANTA FULTON CO AP

How Has September 4 Changed?

The last decade has been 1.5°F cooler on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.

Monthly Climate Averages

Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Atlanta, GA, based on 55+ years of weather data.

Warmest MonthJulyAvg High: 89°F / Low: 70°F
Coldest MonthJanuaryAvg High: 54°F / Low: 33°F
Jan
54°/ 33°
💧 0.4"
❄️ 1.8"
Feb
58°/ 36°
💧 0.4"
❄️ 1.3"
Mar
66°/ 43°
💧 0.5"
❄️ 1.2"
Apr
74°/ 50°
💧 0.4"
May
80°/ 59°
💧 0.4"
Jun
87°/ 67°
💧 0.4"
Jul
89°/ 70°
💧 0.4"
Aug
88°/ 70°
💧 0.4"
❄️ 0.1"
Sep
83°/ 63°
💧 0.5"
Oct
74°/ 52°
💧 0.4"
Nov
65°/ 41°
💧 0.4"
Dec
56°/ 36°
💧 0.4"
❄️ 1.0"

Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.

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