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Orkney Weather in September

Orkney in September sees moderate daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 12°C (54°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 105 mm (4.1 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Orkney in September

Expect around 22 days of rain based on historical data, with 105 mm (4.1 in) average. Rain falls regularly this month and can be quite heavy when it does. Showers can be substantial, so waterproof gear is a good idea.

Temperature in Orkney in September

September in Orkney brings typical temperatures with highs around 14°C (57°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights cool down to 12°C (54°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Orkney in September

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 108 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

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

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Orkney Temperature in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 105 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
SunshineSunshine 108 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in September

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Orkney in September

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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Orkney in September

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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