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Visiting Dunedin, New Zealand in September

The weather in September is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into October. September has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.1hrs making the days long and bright. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Dunedin.

September has total rainfall of 4.6cm (1.8inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (47°F). September is too cold for swimming in Dunedin for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in September is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into October.

Consider visiting Dunedin in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for September.

Can you sunbathe in Dunedin in September?

No, September is not a good time for sunbathing in Dunedin.

September has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.1hrs making the days long and bright. September has total rainfall of 4.6cm (1.8inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

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Can you swim in Dunedin in September?

No, September is too cold for swimming in Dunedin for any length of time, with the sea water at 9°C (47°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about September sea temperatures.

Is September a good time to holiday in Dunedin?

No, September is not a good time for a holiday in Dunedin.

September has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.1hrs making the days long and bright. September has total rainfall of 4.6cm (1.8inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9.9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Dunedin. Sea temperatures are a cold 9°C (47°F). September is too cold for swimming in Dunedin for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the September temperatures and sunshine.

Is Dunedin warm in September?

No, Dunedin is too cold for sunbathing in September.

The average maximum temperature in Dunedin in September is 12°C (54°F). The average maximum temperature is 11°C (51°) in the previous month and 13°C (56°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Dunedin in September is 10°C (49°F). The average temperature is 8°C (47°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Dunedin in September?

The average day light hours per day in Dunedin in September are 11.8. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.1hrs making the days long and bright.

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Temperature in Dunedin in September

The weather in September is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into October. The average maximum temperature in Dunedin in September is 12°C (54°F). The average maximum temperature is 11°C (51°F) in the previous month and 13°C (56°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Dunedin in September is 10°C (49°F). The average temperature is 8°C (47°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Dunedin in September is 7°C (45°F). The minimum temperature is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 8°C (46°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Dunedin in September

The days in September are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into October. September has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise slightly into October. During September the average day light hours are 11.8 per day in Dunedin. The sunshine percentage is 77% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.1hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Dunedin in September is typically 3.7 during September. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Dunedin in September

The average sea water temperature in Dunedin in September is 8.6°C (47.5°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in September is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into October.

Rainfall in Dunedin in September

September weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. September has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Dunedin in September is 4.6cm (1.8inches) and on average there are 9.9 rainy days in September making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

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