Nord Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Nord, France in September.

Thinking about venturing to the Nord, France 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 the Nord in September

The Nord, France is a region in France. September in the Nord generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Lille.

For specific regional insights in the Nord, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Banteux with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Bray-Dunes with 70 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Lille gets around 152 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 the Nord by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Nord — and find the best time to visit. (based on Lille)

Best Places to Visit in the Nord in September

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

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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 the Nord

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in the Nord, France?

Temperature range in the Nord (September)

Precipitation variation in the Nord (September)

Lille

In September Lille generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
152 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Valenciennes

In September Valenciennes generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
152 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Villeneuve d'Ascq

In September Villeneuve d'Ascq generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
152 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Tourcoing

In September Tourcoing generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
152 hours
116 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Dunkerque

In September Dunkerque generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
160 hours
120 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Nord, in France.

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lille 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Valenciennes 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Villeneuve d'Ascq 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Tourcoing 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Dunkerque 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Cambrai 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)

The Nord weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Nord, France in September?

In September, the Nord, France generally has perfect weather conditions. Lille sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in the Nord, France in September?

Average temperatures in the Nord, France during September range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Lille.

Does the Nord, France get a lot of rain in September?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Nord, France during September, with Lille averaging close to 59 mm (2.3 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit the Nord, France?

We consider September to be one of the best times to travel to the Nord, France. Typically, the climate in Lille is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Lille. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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