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British Columbia Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in British Columbia, Canada in September.

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Are you planning a trip a to British Columbia, Canada in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in British Columbia in September

British Columbia, Canada is a region in Canada. British Columbia, Canada has a wide variety of climate types. During September, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. September is a summer month.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Muncho Lake at 10°C (50°F) and warm in Osoyoos at 24°C (75°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Osoyoos and 0°C (32°F) in Muncho Lake.

For a closer look at conditions across British Columbia, Canada, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Osoyoos with an average of 16 mm (0.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Prince Rupert with 286 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in September. Vancouver typically receives 212 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore British Columbia by month

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

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May16°C (61°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September19°C (66°F) October14°C (57°F) November9°C (48°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in British Columbia in September

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

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 British Columbia

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in British Columbia, Canada?

Temperature range in British Columbia (September)

Precipitation variation in British Columbia (September)

Vancouver

In September Vancouver generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
277 hours
212 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
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Whistler

In September Whistler generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
194 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Whistler →

Victoria

In September Victoria generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°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
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
204 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
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Kelowna

In September Kelowna generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
9°C (48°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
216 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
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Ucluelet

In September Ucluelet generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
299 hours
203 hours
159 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
317 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
12 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vancouver 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Whistler 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Victoria 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Kelowna 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Ucluelet 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Golden 15°C (59°F) 2°C (36°F) 75 mm (3 in)

British Columbia weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in British Columbia, Canada in September?

British Columbia, Canada typically experiences tolerable weather in September, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Vancouver average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in British Columbia, Canada in September?

Daytime temperatures in Vancouver peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in September, dropping to about 12°C (54°F) overnight.

Does British Columbia, Canada get a lot of rain in September?

Vancouver typically receives notable rainfall in September, about 125 mm (4.9 in) on average across British Columbia, Canada.

Is September a Good Time to Visit British Columbia, Canada?

In our opinion, September is a good time to visit British Columbia, Canada with overall tolerable weather in Vancouver. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Vancouver. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in British Columbia.

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