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September in Ballarat brings moderate temperatures around 15°C (59°F) during the day, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night, with the most rainfall of the year.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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36-year average (1990-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ballarat typically stay consistent throughout September, with daily highs averaging around 15°C (59°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 4°C (39°F) to 6°C (43°F).
36-year average (1990-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Ballarat spanning 49 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 35 years of weather records for Ballarat, the following extremes were recorded between 1990 and 2025.
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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).
Pack for changing conditions in Ballarat in September. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in September - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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