Borders Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Borders, the United Kingdom in September.

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Selkirk Kelso Peebles Hawick

Thinking about venturing to Borders, the United Kingdom this September and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Borders in September

Borders, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. September in Borders generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Selkirk.

For specific regional insights in Borders, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kirk Yetholm with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Chapelhope with 88 mm (3.5 in). In Selkirk, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during September. Selkirk receives roughly 95 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Borders by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Borders — and find the best time to visit. (based on Selkirk)

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March9°C (48°F) April11°C (52°F) May14°C (57°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August18°C (64°F) September16°C (61°F) October13°C (55°F) November9°C (48°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Borders in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Borders.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Borders

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Borders, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Borders (September)

Precipitation variation in Borders (September)

Selkirk

In September Selkirk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
95 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Selkirk →

Kelso

In September Kelso generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
95 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Kelso →

Peebles

In September Peebles generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
128 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Peebles →

Hawick

In September Hawick generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
95 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Hawick →

Melrose

In September Melrose generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
95 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Melrose →

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Borders in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Selkirk 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Kelso 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Peebles 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Hawick 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Melrose 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Chirnside 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)

Borders weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Borders, the United Kingdom in September?

September in Borders, the United Kingdom brings tolerable weather. In Selkirk, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Borders, the United Kingdom in September?

Daytime temperatures in Selkirk peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in September, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

Does Borders, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. Selkirk averages just 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Borders, the United Kingdom.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Borders, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Selkirk, September might be a good time to visit Borders, the United Kingdom. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Borders, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally pleasant weather in Selkirk. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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