Västra Götaland Weather in September

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

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Gothenburg Lysekil Ljungskile Fjällbacka

Are you planning a trip a to Västra Götaland, Sweden in September and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Västra Götaland in September

Västra Götaland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. September in Västra Götaland generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Gothenburg.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Moholm with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to high rainfall in Kyrkesund with 113 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Gothenburg as an example - it receives around 171 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Västra Götaland by month

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

January4°C (39°F) February4°C (39°F) March7°C (45°F) April12°C (54°F) May17°C (63°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August21°C (70°F) September18°C (64°F) October12°C (54°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Västra Götaland in September

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

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 Västra Götaland

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

Temperature range in Västra Götaland (September)

Precipitation variation in Västra Götaland (September)

Gothenburg

In September Gothenburg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
171 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Gothenburg →

Lysekil

In September Lysekil generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
171 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Lysekil →

Ljungskile

In September Ljungskile generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
171 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Ljungskile →

Fjällbacka

In September Fjällbacka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
171 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
poor
Climate in Fjällbacka →

Sundsandvik

In September Sundsandvik generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
171 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gothenburg 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Lysekil 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Ljungskile 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Fjällbacka 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Sundsandvik 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Kungshamn 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)

Västra Götaland weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Västra Götaland, Sweden in September?

Expect tolerable weather across Västra Götaland, Sweden in September. The popular destination of Gothenburg averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Västra Götaland, Sweden in September?

Average temperatures in Västra Götaland, Sweden during September range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Gothenburg.

Does Västra Götaland, Sweden get a lot of rain in September?

Not particularly. Gothenburg averages just 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Västra Götaland, Sweden.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Västra Götaland, Sweden?

In our opinion, September is a good time to visit Västra Götaland, Sweden with overall tolerable weather in Gothenburg. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Västra Götaland, Sweden is in July with generally perfect weather in Gothenburg. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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