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With daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows of 25°C (77°F), September in El Gigante brings high temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 266 mm (10 in) falls on average.
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30-year average (1993-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in El Gigante typically stay consistent throughout September, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 25°C (77°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Gigante spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in El Gigante between 2004 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during September.
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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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in September. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
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