Weather in September in Dorset
Considering a trip to Dorset this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Dorset in September?
Dorset is a region in the United Kingdom. September in Dorset generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. In September, it is summer.
Temperatures
You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C and nighttime temperatures around 13°C in Bournemouth.
Precipitation
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Uplyme with an average of 58 mm to moderate rainfall in Christchurch with 78 mm.Average sunshine
Bournemouth enjoys a balanced 149 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Dorset in September, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Dorset climate page.
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What is the weather like in September for the 5 most popular destinations in Dorset?
Bournemouth
In September Bournemouth generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Weymouth
In September Weymouth generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Poole
In September Poole generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Lyme Regis
In September Lyme Regis generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Swanage
In September Swanage generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Dorset, in the United Kingdom.
Is September the best time to visit Dorset?
Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Bournemouth, September might be a good time to visit Dorset. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Bournemouth. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, November and December tend to be poor.
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