90s in September?

So far this September, we have had one day where it was 90° or warmer, and that was on September 6th when the mercury reached 92°.  Today & Tuesday will feature temperatures in the mid to upper 90s, and with the added humidity it will feel closer to 100°.

So how common are 90s in September?  The average number of days in September where the temperature reaches 90° or above is 2.1; statistics taken from 1981-2010.  Here's a look at 90° temps over the last six years:

2013: 1;  9/6, 92° (as of 9/8) 

2012: 2;  9/3, 95°; 9/4, 93°

2011: 2;  9/1, 90°; 9/2, 92°

2010: 2;  9/6, 90°; 9/21, 90°

2009: No days at or above 90°

2008: 2;  9/1, 90°; 9/2, 91°

 As you can see, it isn't unheard of to see 90s in September.  By Wednesday, we should have three 90 degree days for the month under our belt.  

This weekend temperatures will drop into the mid 70s, and we could have lows in the upper 40s in some spots!  But, the 8-14 day temperature outlook shows temperatures could be above average for much of the period:

As far as rain goes...nothing to get too excited about, unfortunately.  Monday (9/9) will mark the 35th consecutive day with no measurable rainfall at the Quad City International Airport.