September · Australia
Best time to visit Canberra in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Canberra in September
Average temperature 10°C, 33 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 68% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
8.6/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 33 mm
- Humidity
- 68%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Canberra scores 8.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 10°C, 33 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Canberra's museums, lake and war memorial sit among the eucalyptus hills of the ACT.
September is one of the strongest months in Canberra (3rd)
September averages 10°C (51°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Expect 33 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.8 daylight hours.
A 8.6/10 puts this among the year's best months in Canberra (3rd of 12); only February scores higher, at 9/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Canberra in September?
- In September, Canberra averages 10°C, 33 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Canberra?
- September earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Canberra in September?
- Expect about 33 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 68% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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