Fife Weather in September

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

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

What to Expect in Fife in September

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in St Andrews.

For a closer look at conditions across Fife, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ceres with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Oakley with 73 mm (2.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. St Andrews gets around 128 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 Fife by month

Best Places to Visit in Fife in September

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

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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 Fife

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

Temperature range in Fife (September)

Precipitation variation in Fife (September)

St Andrews

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

August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
128 hours
94 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Dunfermline

In September Dunfermline generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
128 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Anstruther

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

August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
128 hours
94 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Cupar

In September Cupar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
128 hours
94 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Crail

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

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 sun hours
168 hours
128 hours
94 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Fife, in the United Kingdom.

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
St Andrews 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Dunfermline 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Anstruther 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Cupar 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Crail 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Kirkcaldy 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

Fife weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Fife, the United Kingdom in September. The popular destination of St Andrews averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this summer month.

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

In St Andrews, the average daytime high in September is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

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

September is on the drier side in Fife, the United Kingdom. St Andrews averages only about 66 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our opinion, September is a good time to visit Fife, the United Kingdom with overall tolerable weather in St Andrews. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, July and August provide pleasant weather in St Andrews. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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