Amherst weather in September (Nova Scotia, Canada)

Is September a good time to explore Amherst weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In September, Amherst usually has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 21°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 10°C.

Precipitation

Amherst in September usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 173 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Amherst climate page with graphs.

 

Amherst, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 36%  

Precipitation 103 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Sunshine 173 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 45% *  

* Data from: Moncton, Canada (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in September

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Amherst, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Amherst.

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