Västerbotten Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Västerbotten, Sweden in September.

Thinking about venturing to Västerbotten, Sweden 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 Västerbotten in September

Västerbotten, Sweden is a region in Sweden. September in Västerbotten generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Hemavan at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Himmersundet at 15°C (59°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Himmersundet and 3°C (37°F) in Hemavan.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Västerbotten, Sweden, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Byske with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Hemavan with 109 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Umeå receives about 156 hours of sunlight in September, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Västerbotten by month

Best Places to Visit in Västerbotten in September

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

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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 Västerbotten

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Västerbotten, Sweden?

Temperature range in Västerbotten (September)

Precipitation variation in Västerbotten (September)

Umeå

In September Umeå generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
156 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Byske

In September Byske generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Skellefteå

In September Skellefteå generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Karlsten

In September Karlsten generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Vilhelmina

In September Vilhelmina generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

August
September
October
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Umeå 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Byske 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Skellefteå 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Karlsten 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Vilhelmina 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Kittelfjäll 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)

Västerbotten weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Västerbotten, Sweden in September?

In September, Västerbotten, Sweden generally has tolerable weather conditions. Umeå sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Västerbotten, Sweden in September?

Daytime temperatures in Umeå peak at roughly 14°C (57°F) in September, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

Does Västerbotten, Sweden get a lot of rain in September?

September is on the drier side in Västerbotten, Sweden. Umeå averages only about 67 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Västerbotten, Sweden?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Umeå, September might be a good time to visit Västerbotten, Sweden. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Umeå. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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