September · Norway
Best time to visit Lillehammer in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lillehammer in September
Average temperature 12°C, 132 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
7.3/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 132 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Lillehammer scores 7.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 12°C, 132 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lillehammer sits at the north end of Lake Mjøsa, home of the 1994 Winter Olympics and the Maihaugen museum.
September holds up well in Lillehammer — 6th best month
Expect 12°C (53°F) in September. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
132 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 7.3/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.2/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Lillehammer — 1.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lillehammer in September?
- In September, Lillehammer averages 12°C, 132 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.3/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Lillehammer?
- September earns a 7.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lillehammer in September?
- Expect about 132 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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