September · Canada
Best time to visit Peggy's Cove Lighthouse in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Peggy's Cove Lighthouse in September
Average temperature 17°C, 133 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
6.4/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 17°C
- Rainfall
- 133 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Peggy's Cove Lighthouse scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 17°C, 133 mm of rain, and roughly 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Peggy's Cove Lighthouse stands on wave-washed granite at the edge of a small Nova Scotia fishing village.
September in Peggy's Cove Lighthouse: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Temperatures hover around 17°C (62°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
133 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 7.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Peggy's Cove Lighthouse in September?
- In September, Peggy's Cove Lighthouse averages 17°C, 133 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Peggy's Cove Lighthouse?
- September earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Peggy's Cove Lighthouse in September?
- Expect about 133 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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