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Cairngorms National Park Weather in September

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

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Considering a trip to Cairngorms National Park, the United Kingdom this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Cairngorms National Park in September

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Aviemore.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Cairngorms National Park, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

September is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 87 mm (3.4 in) in Aviemore.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Aviemore gets around 115 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Cairngorms National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cairngorms National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Aviemore)

January5°C (41°F) February6°C (43°F) March7°C (45°F) April10°C (50°F) May13°C (55°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September15°C (59°F) October11°C (52°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Cairngorms National Park in September

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

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 Cairngorms National Park

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

Temperature range in Cairngorms National Park (September)

Precipitation variation in Cairngorms National Park (September)

Aviemore

In September Aviemore generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
132 hours
115 hours
86 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
poor
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Ballater

In September Ballater generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
127 hours
94 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cairngorms National Park, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cairngorms National Park in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Aviemore 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Ballater 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

Cairngorms National Park weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cairngorms National Park, the United Kingdom in September?

September in Cairngorms National Park, the United Kingdom brings tolerable weather. In Aviemore, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Cairngorms National Park, the United Kingdom in September?

Average temperatures in Cairngorms National Park, the United Kingdom during September range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Aviemore.

Does Cairngorms National Park, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in Cairngorms National Park, the United Kingdom. Aviemore averages only about 87 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Cairngorms National Park, the United Kingdom?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to Cairngorms National Park, the United Kingdom. Typically, the climate in Aviemore is tolerable. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, June, July and September provide tolerable weather in Aviemore. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Cairngorms National Park.

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