Highlands weather in September
Considering a trip to Highlands 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 Highlands in September?
Highlands is a region in the United Kingdom. September in Highlands generally has moderate temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are moderate and range from 14°C in Newtonmore to 17°C in Cromarty. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Cromarty and 7°C in Newtonmore.
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Cromarty with an average of 73 mm to heavy rainfall in Arisaig with 213 mm. Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 115 hours of sunlight expected in Inverness. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.
For specific regional insights in Highlands for September, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Highlands climate page.
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What is the weather like in September for the 5 most popular destinations in Highlands?
Inverness
In September Inverness generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Fort William
In September Fort William generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Aviemore
In September Aviemore generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Fort Augustus
In September Fort Augustus generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Nairn
In September Nairn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Highlands, in the United Kingdom.
Is September the best time to visit Highlands?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Inverness, September might be a good time to visit Highlands.
On average, the best time to visit Highlands is in July and August with generally pleasant weather in Inverness. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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