September · Norway
Best time to visit Preikestolen in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Preikestolen in September
Average temperature 11°C, 182 mm of rain, about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
5.0/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 182 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 3
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Preikestolen scores 5.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 182 mm of rain, and roughly 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) is a sheer 604-meter cliff ledge above Lysefjord-one of Norway's most iconic day hikes. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
September in Preikestolen — workable with trade-offs
Expect 11°C (52°F) in September. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
182 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 8.1/10 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.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Preikestolen — 3.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Preikestolen in September?
- In September, Preikestolen averages 11°C, 182 mm of rain, and about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Preikestolen?
- September earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Preikestolen in September?
- Expect about 182 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 3 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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