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With daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F), September in Golden brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 75 mm (3 in) falls on average.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Golden.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Golden typically drop from around 20°C (68°F) at the start of September to approximately 15°C (59°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 7°C (45°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Golden spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 30 years of weather observations (1996-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Golden.
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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).
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in September, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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