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Stromness weather in September (Orkney Islands, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Stromness this September? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

September in Stromness generally includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 14°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 11°C.

Precipitation

Stromness in September usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 22 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 108 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Stromness climate page with graphs.

 

Stromness, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 106 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
SunshineSunshine 108 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Kirkwall, the United Kingdom (19 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in September

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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