Corsica Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Corsica in September.

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Ajaccio Bastia

Planning a trip to Corsica this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Corsica in September

September in Corsica generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation. September falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Ajaccio.

For a closer look at conditions across Corsica, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ajaccio with an average of 58 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Bastia with 63 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Ajaccio enjoys about 262 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Corsica — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ajaccio)

January12°C (54°F) February12°C (54°F) March14°C (57°F) April16°C (61°F) May19°C (66°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August27°C (81°F) September23°C (73°F) October20°C (68°F) November16°C (61°F) December13°C (55°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Corsica in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Corsica.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Corsica

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Corsica?

Temperature range in Corsica (September)

Precipitation variation in Corsica (September)

Ajaccio

In September Ajaccio generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
341 hours
262 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Ajaccio →

Bastia

In September Bastia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
315 hours
239 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Bastia →

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In our records: Corsica September extremes

Notable September records observed across cities in Corsica in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest September day in Corsica brought 293 mm (12 in) in Ajaccio on September 17, 2001.

Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Corsica in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ajaccio 23°C (73°F) 17°C (63°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Bastia 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

Corsica weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Corsica in September?

Expect perfect weather across Corsica in September. The popular destination of Ajaccio averages 23°C (73°F) by day and 17°C (63°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Corsica in September?

Ajaccio averages a daytime maximum of 23°C (73°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

Does Corsica get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Corsica during September, with Ajaccio averaging close to 58 mm (2.3 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit Corsica?

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit Corsica with overall perfect weather in Ajaccio. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Ajaccio. On the other hand, the weather in December tends to be poor.

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