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Visiting Mason Bay Beach, Stewart Island, 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 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.4hrs making the days long and bright. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Mason Bay Beach.

September has total rainfall of 19.8cm (7.8inches) making it quite rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 20.1 days with some rainfall so there are few clear days to enjoy the beach.

Sea temperatures are a cold 10°C (49°F). September is too cold for swimming in Mason Bay Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

In September, the weather at Mason Bay Beach begins to warm up, but it is still cool and unpredictable. Swimming and sunbathing may be possible on warmer days, and the winds start to decrease, making it less ideal for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Snorkeling and diving are still enjoyable during this month. Consider visiting Mason Bay Beach 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 Mason Bay Beach in September?

No, September is not a good time for sunbathing in Mason Bay Beach.

September has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.4hrs making the days long and bright. September has total rainfall of 19.8cm (7.8inches) making it quite rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 20.1 days with some rainfall so there are few clear days to enjoy the beach.

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Can you swim in Mason Bay Beach in September?

No, September is too cold for swimming in Mason Bay Beach for any length of time, with the sea water at 10°C (49°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is September a good time to holiday in Mason Bay Beach?

No, September is not a good time for a holiday in Mason Bay Beach.

September has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (54°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.4hrs making the days long and bright. September has total rainfall of 19.8cm (7.8inches) making it quite rainy but with only moderate showers. There are 20.1 days with some rainfall so there are few clear days to enjoy the beach. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Mason Bay Beach. Sea temperatures are a cold 10°C (49°F). September is too cold for swimming in Mason Bay Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

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Is Mason Bay Beach warm in September?

No, Mason Bay Beach is too cold for sunbathing in September.

The average maximum temperature in Mason Bay Beach 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 Mason Bay Beach in September is 9°C (47°F). The average temperature is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Mason Bay Beach in September?

The average day light hours per day in Mason Bay Beach in September are 11.7. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.4hrs making the days long and bright.

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Crowds in Mason Bay Beach in September

September is the beginning of spring in New Zealand, and the weather starts to warm up. However, the number of visitors to Mason Bay Beach remains low during this month, and the beach is not very crowded. There are no significant public holidays or events in September that affect the crowd levels at the beach.

Temperature in Mason Bay Beach 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 Mason Bay Beach 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 Mason Bay Beach in September is 9°C (47°F). The average temperature is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Mason Bay Beach in September is 5°C (41°F). The minimum temperature is 4°C (40°F) in the previous month and 7°C (44°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Mason Bay Beach 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 into October. During September the average day light hours are 11.7 per day in Mason Bay Beach. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.4hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Mason Bay Beach in September is typically 3.5 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 Mason Bay Beach in September

The average sea water temperature in Mason Bay Beach in September is 9.6°C (49.3°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Rainfall in Mason Bay Beach in September

September has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Mason Bay Beach in September is 19.8cm (7.8inches) and on average there are 20.1 rainy days in September making it a very wet time to visit the beach.

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