Swanage weather in September (Dorset, United Kingdom)

Is September a good time to explore Swanage weather-wise? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

The typical weather for September in Swanage includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. The summer season takes place during September. Daytime temperatures hover around 19°C, while nights can cool down to about 14°C.

Precipitation

Swanage in September usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 149 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

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

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

 

Swanage, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 149 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 44% *  

Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (51 KM, 31 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in September

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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?

For visitors traveling to Swanage, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Swanage.

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