Dumfries and Galloway Weather in September

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

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Dumfries Stranraer Moffat Kirkcudbright

Thinking about venturing to Dumfries and Galloway, 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 Dumfries and Galloway in September

Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. September in Dumfries and Galloway generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Dumfries.

To explore the conditions in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Gretna Green with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Kirkcudbright with 120 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Dumfries receives around 95 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Dumfries and Galloway by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Dumfries and Galloway - and find the best time to visit. (based on Dumfries)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August19°C (66°F) September17°C (63°F) October14°C (57°F) November10°C (50°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Dumfries and Galloway in September

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

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 Dumfries and Galloway

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

Temperature range in Dumfries and Galloway (September)

Precipitation variation in Dumfries and Galloway (September)

Dumfries

In September Dumfries 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 good that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
95 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
good
good
mixed
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Stranraer

In September Stranraer generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
mixed
Climate in Stranraer →

Moffat

In September Moffat 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 good 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
119 mm (4.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
good
good
less favorable
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Kirkcudbright

In September Kirkcudbright generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
156 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
mixed
Climate in Kirkcudbright →

Gretna Green

In September Gretna Green 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 good that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
95 hours
74 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
excellent
good
mixed
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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Dumfries 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Stranraer 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Moffat 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Kirkcudbright 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Gretna Green 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Boreland of Colvend 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)

Dumfries and Galloway weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom in September?

In September, Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom generally has good weather conditions. Dumfries sees daytime temperatures near 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to roughly 9°C (48°F).

What is the average temperature in Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom in September?

In Dumfries, the average daytime high in September is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. Dumfries averages just 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Dumfries, September might be a good time to visit Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Dumfries and Galloway, the United Kingdom is in July with generally excellent weather in Dumfries. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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