The calendar has flipped to September, and it’s almost as though the weather knows we are into a new month. Gone are the extreme heat and humidity, and I am certainly happy to see these guests leave. With September’s arrival, we have had warm, dry days and crisp, cool nights. Why, it’s almost like Maine’s August of old, the month we all looked forward to and loved.
But, as I’m fond of saying, in Maine, with climate change, September is the new August—or Saugust, if you will. I guess it’s an ill wind that blows no good. Having an extra month of lovely warm weather is a real bonus for a state known for its long, cold winters that last through March. (In a previous post, I suggested trading March for an extra month of August. However, I’ve changed my mind—let’s have an extra September instead.)
In September, Winthrop sees the first wave of summer people leaving for parts south. The library is quiet, with few cars parked out front. At Norcross Point, where we leave the car to go on our bike rides, there are no boats being launched.
But, oh, the blue of the water and the sky, those puffy white clouds.
September, the month of stars—asters—and apples, where it’s still light enough to sit on the patio at night and have friends over for grilled bread and appetizers. We can wear t-shirts on our bike rides, and we don’t have to wear confining jackets, hats, or gloves.
October, with its chilly beauty, is right around the corner, but I won’t think about that. Instead, I will revel in September, my birth month, and all the good things that it brings.
Notes From the Hinterland 
Enjoyed reading this and can very much relate…
Many thanks!
Here’s hoping we have blue skies, light breezes and some rain during the nighttime. 🙂 Have a great birthday month.
Thanks, Judy!
Beautiful photos! I especially liked the one with the puffy white clouds and the puffy white bush. We, too, are cooler and less humid – finally! Loving the weather!!
Thanks, Jodie. Me, too!
Yup, we’re having the same sudden transition to cooler weather. Sad to see summer going, but I do like not perspiring quite so much when I’m outside.
I know what you mean, but how lovely this month is.
I’m all for another September – esp. if the weather is as lovely as it was today! Happy Birthday, whenever it is! 😉
Thanks, Eliza!
It has been very nice to have some cool weather here for a change. But I see that it’s going to get hot again here too. As you say, Saugust. 🙂
Happy Birthday!
Thanks, Bill! Still beautiful in Maine. Hot, but not too hot, days and cool nights. It’s the best.
Lovely. My favourite month
Thanks, Derrick!
Happy birthday to come! It is also my son’s birth month. 🎂The pictures are gorgeous!
Thanks, Carina.
Also, happy birthday to your son!
Thanks!
As much as we have enjoyed the clear weather, we will continue to see the effects of the drought for at least a while. You are right to weight the benefits of each. But here’s to September and the beginning of my favorite time of year.
While we don’t want days and days of rain, we wouldn’t complain if it would rain during the night for the next week or so, and then clear up during the day.
What a lovely ode to September, Laurie! It is off to a great start here in Ontario. Except the very hot weather returned today, which is a bit strange. But the garden still is holding up, and I an liking this month indeed.
Love your photos too!
Thanks, Cynthia.