Temperature in Scotland in September

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Scotland this September.

Scotland, experiences moderate average maximum daytime temperatures in September, ranging from 14°C (57°F) in Shetland to 17°C (63°F) in Dundee. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Dundee and 11°C (52°F) in Shetland.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Scotland in September?

Discover the typical September temperatures for the most popular locations of Scotland on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Best Places to Visit in Scotland in September

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in September: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Scotland temperatures in September: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Scotland in September?

Average daytime highs in Scotland during September reach about 17°C (63°F) in Edinburgh.

How cold does it get at night in Scotland in September?

After dark, Edinburgh cools to about 10°C (50°F) on an average September night.

What is the warmest city in September in Scotland?

Dundee tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 10°C (50°F).

What is the coldest city in September in Scotland?

The coldest city in September in Scotland is Shetland when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 14°C (57°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 11°C (52°F).

How much sun does Scotland get in September?

Across Scotland, sunshine in September ranges from overcast in Oban (87 hours) to moderately sunny in Edinburgh (128 hours).

What is the water temperature in September?

The water temperature averages approximately 13°C (55°F) in Aberdeen this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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