September · Canada
Best time to visit Nanaimo in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nanaimo in September
Average temperature 16°C, 33 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
8.8/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 33 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Nanaimo scores 8.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 16°C, 33 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nanaimo is Vancouver Island's harbour city, with a lively waterfront, island ferries, and forested hikes minutes from downtown.
September is one of the strongest months in Nanaimo (4th)
Temperatures hover around 16°C (60°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 33 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.3 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Nanaimo at 8.8/10 (4th of 12), just behind July at 9.8/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nanaimo in September?
- In September, Nanaimo averages 16°C, 33 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.8/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Nanaimo?
- September earns a 8.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nanaimo in September?
- Expect about 33 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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