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With daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows of 6°C (43°F), September in Patate brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 133 mm (5.2 in) falls on average.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
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30-year average (1987-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Patate typically stay consistent throughout September, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 8°C (46°F).
30-year average (1987-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Patate spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 22 years of weather observations (2004-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Patate.
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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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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