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Obwalden Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Obwalden, Switzerland in September.

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Engelberg Sarnen Frutt Flüeli

Thinking about venturing to Obwalden, Switzerland 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 Obwalden in September

Obwalden, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. September in Obwalden generally has mild temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Frutt to 16°C (61°F) in Sarnen. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Sarnen and 5°C (41°F) in Frutt.

For specific regional insights in Obwalden, Switzerland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

September is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 179 mm (7 in) in Engelberg.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Engelberg typically sees 138 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Obwalden by month

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

January-1°C (30°F) February0°C (32°F) March4°C (39°F) April8°C (46°F) May12°C (54°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August18°C (64°F) September15°C (59°F) October10°C (50°F) November4°C (39°F) December0°C (32°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Obwalden in September

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

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 Obwalden

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Obwalden, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Obwalden (September)

Precipitation variation in Obwalden (September)

Engelberg

In September Engelberg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
138 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
239 mm (9.4 in)
179 mm (7 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Engelberg →

Sarnen

In September Sarnen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
138 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
231 mm (9.1 in)
178 mm (7 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Sarnen →

Frutt

In September Frutt generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
138 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
247 mm (9.7 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Frutt →

Flüeli

In September Flüeli generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
158 hours
138 hours
109 hours
Monthly rainfall
235 mm (9.3 in)
179 mm (7 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Flüeli →

Giswil

In September Giswil generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
149 hours
103 hours
Monthly rainfall
236 mm (9.3 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Giswil →

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Engelberg 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 179 mm (7 in)
Sarnen 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 178 mm (7 in)
Frutt 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)
Flüeli 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 179 mm (7 in)
Giswil 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 176 mm (6.9 in)
Sachseln 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 178 mm (7 in)

Obwalden weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Obwalden, Switzerland in September?

In September, Obwalden, Switzerland generally has mixed weather conditions. Engelberg sees daytime temperatures near 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Obwalden, Switzerland in September?

Daytime temperatures in Engelberg peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in September, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Obwalden, Switzerland get a lot of rain in September?

Rainfall in Obwalden, Switzerland peaks during September. Engelberg averages roughly 179 mm (7 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Obwalden, Switzerland?

In our view, September is one of the best times to travel to Obwalden, Switzerland, however the weather can often be mixed in Engelberg.

On average, the best time to visit Obwalden, Switzerland is in September with generally mixed weather in Engelberg.

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