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Heathrow Weather in September

September is one of the excellent months to visit Heathrow, with daytime temperatures of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Heathrow in September

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 12 days with rain, averaging 54 mm (2.1 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Heathrow in September

The excellent temperature in Heathrow in September makes it a solid month to visit, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 11°C (52°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Heathrow in September

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 155 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Heathrow in September

September has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Heathrow.

Heathrow Temperature in September

Min Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
54 mm (2.1 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
73% *
Windspeed
3 m/s (6 knots) *
Sunshine
155 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
40% *

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Best Places in the United Kingdom in 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).

What to Wear in Heathrow in September

Pleasant temperatures in September mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Heathrow in September

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    6/10
  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    7/10
  • Camping
    8/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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