September Rainfall and Precipitation in The Marlborough Sounds

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand in September.

The Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand, a region in New Zealand, experiences precipitation in September ranging from moderate in Endeavour Inlet (82 mm (3.2 in)) to high in Wairau Valley (124 mm (4.9 in)).

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in September: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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The Marlborough Sounds precipitation in September: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand receive in September?

In September, Picton typically receives modest rainfall, around 85 mm (3.3 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand in September?

Picton sees roughly 12 days rainy days during September.

Is September part of the rainy season in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand?

Not really. September is outside the wettest stretch of the year in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand.

What is the wettest city in September in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand?

In our database, Wairau Valley stands out as having an average rainfall level of 124 mm (4.9 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in September in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand?

Endeavour Inlet is the driest city we have data for in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand in September, with monthly rainfall close to 82 mm (3.2 in).

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