September is a slightly cold and rainy time for sunbathing in Vancouver. September is an excellent month for swimming in Vancouver with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Vancouver in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for September.
The average maximum temperature in Vancouver in September is 18°. The average maximum temperature is 23° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average temperature in Vancouver in September is 15°. The average temperature ranges is 19° in the previous month and 11° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Vancouver in September is 12°. The minimum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Vancouver in September are 12.6 and there are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during September making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Vancouver in September is typically 5.2 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.
The average sea water temperature in Vancouver in September is 29° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Vancouver in September is 64.3cm and on average there are 10.3 rainy days in September making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Vancouver in September is 13° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 15° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Vancouver in September is typically 85.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 82.5% in the previous month and 88.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Vancouver in September is typically 73.5%. The average relative humidity is 67.2% in the previous month and 79.9% in the next month.