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ERA5 almanac comparison — 8 years of real data

Panama City Beach vs Sedona: weather in September

Sedona is the clear winner for sun in September: 74% of days historically clear versus just 35% in Panama City Beach — a 39-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Panama City Beach also sees measurably more rain than Sedona this month (46% vs 12% of days). This isn't close.

What you are reading: 8-year historical averages, not a forecast. Either destination can still surprise you this specific September. For the actual forecast right now, each destination links to its live page below.

Panama City Beach

FL

Clear days, September
35%
Sample size
n=240 days
Avg high
85°F
Early September (1st–15th)
23%
Late September (16th–end)
47%
Rain frequency
46% of days
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Sedona

AZ

Clear days, September
74%
Sample size
n=240 days
Avg high
86°F
Early September (1st–15th)
71%
Late September (16th–end)
76%
Rain frequency
12% of days

Frequently asked

Is Panama City Beach or Sedona warmer in September?

Sedona runs warmer by day in September. Panama City Beach averages highs of 85°F (highs n=240 days); Sedona averages highs of 86°F (highs n=240 days) (ERA5 2018–2025). Historical averages, not a forecast.

Does it rain more in Panama City Beach or Sedona in September?

Panama City Beach is measurably wetter than Sedona. Days with measurable rain: Panama City Beach 46%, Sedona 12% (n=240 and n=240 days). ERA5 2018–2025; historical, not a forecast.

Which is sunnier in September, Panama City Beach or Sedona?

Sedona is the clear winner for sun in September: 74% of days historically clear versus just 35% in Panama City Beach — a 39-point gap across 8 years of ERA5 data. Panama City Beach also sees measurably more rain than Sedona this month (46% vs 12% of days). This isn't close.

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All percentages are historical averages from the ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, 8 full years (2018–2025). “Clear” means avg high ≥ 72 °F, precipitation < 1 mm, and a non-precipitation weather code. This is history, not a forecast. The live forecast for any destination is on its own page and may differ from the long-run average. Data from Open-Meteo.