Scotland weather in September
Considering a trip to Scotland this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Scotland in September?
September in Scotland generally has moderate temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are moderate and range from 14°C in Shetland to 17°C in Dundee. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Dundee and 11°C in Shetland.
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dundee with an average of 68 mm to heavy rainfall in Mallaig with 229 mm. Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 128 hours of sunlight expected in Edinburgh. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
For a closer look at September's conditions in Scotland, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Scotland's yearly weather, check out our Scotland climate page.
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Average weather in Edinburgh
In September Edinburgh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Aberdeen
In September Aberdeen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Oban
In September Oban generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Dundee
In September Dundee generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Shetland
In September Shetland generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Scotland.
Is September the best time to visit Scotland?
In our opinion, September is a good time to visit Scotland with overall tolerable weather in Edinburgh.
Generally speaking, June, July and August provide pleasant weather in Edinburgh. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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