September weather forecast
Cardiff, United Kingdom

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Weather in September

September in Cardiff, United Kingdom, marks the transition from balmy summer to cooler autumn. The temperature dips to 17.1°C (62.8°F), manifesting the initial traces of autumn as the warmth of summer begins to fade away. Enjoy the merging of seasons under the purple hues of the sky with 12.6 daylight hours. Tranquil weather makes strolling through Cardiff streets a delightful experience and visiting Cardiff Castle a pleasing event. As autumn leaves start to paint the town red and gold, Cardiff presents a spectacle of changing seasons.

Temperature

The arrival of September brings an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 17.1°C (62.8°F), nearly identical to August's 18.5°C (65.3°F). In Cardiff, an average nighttime temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F) is expected during September.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September in Cardiff is 83%.

Rainfall

In Cardiff, during September, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. In Cardiff, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.6 days and collects up to 252mm (9.92") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through October are months without snowfall in Cardiff.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater in Cardiff, United Kingdom, are August and September, with an average sea temperature of 16.6°C (61.9°F).
Note: Swimming in water with a temperature of 16.6°C (61.9°F) is not a pleasurable experience for the majority. As the temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), it becomes increasingly hard to control one's breathing.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Cardiff is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:52 pm BST.

Sunshine

In September, the average sunshine in Cardiff is 7.2h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during September leads to these advisories:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cardiff in September?

The average high-temperature, in September, in Cardiff, is 17.1°C (62.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 11.4°C (52.5°F).

What is the average humidity in September in Cardiff?

In September, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in September in Cardiff?

In Cardiff, during September, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Cardiff?

In Cardiff, United Kingdom, snow does not fall in March through October.

What months are the sea warmest in Cardiff?

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 16.6°C (61.9°F), are months with the warmest seawater.

What is the sea temperature in September in Cardiff?

In Cardiff, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in September is 16.6°C (61.9°F). For most, swimming in 16.6°C (61.9°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

How many hours of daylight does Cardiff have in September?

The average day length in September in Cardiff, United Kingdom, is 12h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Cardiff?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:52 pm BST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cardiff have in September?

In Cardiff, the average sunshine duration in September is 7.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Cardiff?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in September in Cardiff?

In September, the average daily maximum UV index in Cardiff, United Kingdom, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average temperature in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in September: 17.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 11.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.9°C).

Average pressure in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average pressure in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in September: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in September: 16.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (22.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average humidity in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in September: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (81%).

Average rainfall in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in September: 17mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and November (31mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (12mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in September: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (13.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and April (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in September: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in September: 16.6°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.7°C).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in September: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.7 days).

Average UV index in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average UV index in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in September: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in September
Cardiff, United Kingdom

Average visibility in September - Cardiff, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in September: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

Cardiff, United Kingdom

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