Wood Buffalo Weather in September (1981–2025)

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September at a Glance in Wood Buffalo

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
14.8°C
Avg Low
❄️
4.1°C
Avg Temp
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9.5°C
Avg Rain
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52 mm
Avg Humidity
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77%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.1 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+10.5°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌦️Some rain🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Wood Buffalo September Weather Overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Wood Buffalo, with average highs near 14.8°C and lows around 4.1°C (mean 9.5°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 52 mm of rainfall and 77% relative humidity across the period.

Wood Buffalo September Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Wood Buffalo. Across 45 years of records, the warmest September in Wood Buffalo was 2009 — when the month averaged 13.6°C — while the coldest was 2018 at 3.1°C. Typical September days reach 14.8°C with nights near 4.1°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.5°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp8.2°C→11.9°C+3.7°C
Max Temp13.7°C→17.2°C+3.5°C
Min Temp2.6°C→6.7°C+4.1°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.6°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

3.0°C–5.8°C3 yr (7%)
5.8°C–8.5°C11 yr (24%)
8.5°C–11.3°C19 yr (42%)
11.3°C–14.0°C12 yr (27%)

Wood Buffalo September Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

September is about average for rainfall in Wood Buffalo, averaging 52 mm of rainfall. The wettest September on record was 1997 with 132 mm, while the driest was 1981 at 13 mm.

Wood Buffalo September Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Wood Buffalo during September averages 77%. The most humid September was 2021 at 87%, and the least humid was 1981 at 65%.

Wood Buffalo September Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

September receives about 3 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Wood Buffalo. The sunniest September was 2011 at 3.6 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1992 at 2.5.

Wood Buffalo September Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Wood Buffalo during September is 0.1 m/s. The windiest Septembers were 2023, 2024 and 2025, among others at 0.1 m/s, while the calmest was 2002 at 0 m/s.

What September Feels Like in Wood Buffalo

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Cold
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceModerate
Outdoor comfort★★★★☆

How September Ranks in Wood Buffalo

🔥4th warmest month of the year
🌧️5th wettest month of the year
☀️7th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Wood Buffalo Weather by Month

Wood Buffalo September Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp8.6°C9.2°C9.3°C9.4°C11.3°C+2.7°C
Avg High14.1°C14.6°C14.6°C14.8°C16.4°C+2.3°C
Avg Low3.1°C3.7°C4.1°C3.9°C6.2°C+3.1°C
Avg Rain37 mm59 mm53 mm57 mm55 mm+18 mm

Extreme September Records in Wood Buffalo

🔥Warmest September30.2°C2011
🧊Coldest September-7.3°C1992
🌧️Wettest September132 mm1997
🏜️Driest September13 mm1981
🌬️Windiest September0.1 m/s1981

Key Insights for September

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September temperatures in Wood Buffalo have risen by about 3.7°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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September has ranged from a record low of -7.3°C (1992) to a record high of 30.2°C (2011).

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Rainfall in September is about average for rainfall, averaging 52 mm, with a wettest year of 132 mm.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Wood Buffalo?

One of the best times to visit Wood Buffalo

September is one of the best times to visit Wood Buffalo. Expect days averaging 14.8°C and nights around 4.1°C (mean 9.5°C) — warmer than Wood Buffalo's yearly average — with moderate rainfall (52 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Wood Buffalo's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Wood Buffalo Weather in September — In Depth

☀️ September climate overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Wood Buffalo, with average highs near 14.8°C and lows around 4.1°C (mean 9.5°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 52 mm of rainfall and 77% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in September

September averages 52 mm of rainfall in Wood Buffalo, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest September on record saw 132 mm (1997), and the driest just 13 mm (1981). Humidity sits around 77% and average wind speed is 0.1 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How September has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average September temperatures have risen by about 3.7°C. Daytime highs moved from 13.7°C to 17.2°C and overnight lows from 2.6°C to 6.7°C over the same span.
September Weather in Wood Buffalo, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202519.6°C13.5°C7.5°C24.7°C3.2°C25 mm74%0.1 m/s3.5
202416.7°C11.7°C6.7°C26.6°C0.4°C55 mm82%0.1 m/s3
202317.4°C12.1°C6.7°C23.3°C1.6°C20 mm77%0.1 m/s3
202217.8°C12.3°C6.8°C28.3°C1.1°C32 mm78%0.1 m/s3.2
202114.5°C10.1°C5.8°C20.6°C-0.3°C118 mm87%0.1 m/s2.6
202012.5°C8.1°C3.7°C16.8°C-4.5°C81 mm86%0.1 m/s2.8
201913.5°C9.1°C4.6°C18.7°C-4.4°C50 mm85%0.1 m/s3
2018 ❄️8.1°C3.1°C-2.0°C15.9°C-5.6°C51 mm76%0.1 m/s3
201716.4°C10.7°C5.0°C27.3°C-1.2°C45 mm76%0.1 m/s3.1
201615.3°C10.2°C5.0°C21.3°C-1.7°C74 mm78%0.1 m/s2.8
201513.8°C8.3°C2.8°C21.1°C-4.1°C49 mm74%0.1 m/s2.8
201414.0°C8.6°C3.2°C26.6°C-3.7°C55 mm77%0.1 m/s2.9
201318.3°C12.2°C6.1°C27.4°C-1.3°C46 mm76%0.1 m/s3.3
201217.1°C11.3°C5.4°C23.4°C-0.4°C109 mm77%0.1 m/s3.2
201118.9°C12.4°C5.9°C30.2°C-2.3°C31 mm67%0.1 m/s3.6
201012.5°C7.9°C3.2°C23.0°C-3.4°C58 mm83%0.1 m/s2.6
2009 🔥19.2°C13.6°C8.0°C26.8°C0.7°C25 mm75%0.1 m/s3
200814.3°C8.6°C3.0°C20.8°C-2.4°C35 mm76%0.1 m/s2.8
200711.6°C7.1°C2.6°C21.4°C-4.0°C68 mm83%0.1 m/s2.6
200616.5°C11.0°C5.5°C28.3°C1.0°C35 mm76%0.1 m/s3.4
200513.5°C8.5°C3.6°C20.3°C-2.8°C30 mm80%0.1 m/s3
200412.2°C7.1°C2.1°C18.5°C-6.2°C81 mm80%0.1 m/s2.7
200314.0°C8.8°C3.6°C27.6°C-4.3°C113 mm79%0.1 m/s2.6
200213.7°C8.6°C3.6°C21.4°C-5.8°C46 mm75%0 m/s3
200118.2°C11.9°C5.7°C26.0°C-0.2°C30 mm69%0.1 m/s3.2
200013.2°C8.1°C3.0°C21.3°C-5.1°C64 mm77%0.1 m/s2.6
199916.0°C9.9°C3.8°C23.6°C-6.4°C26 mm66%0.1 m/s3.3
199815.9°C10.0°C4.2°C25.3°C-3.7°C21 mm68%0.1 m/s3
1997 🌧️14.8°C10.0°C5.2°C25.5°C-2.4°C132 mm85%0.1 m/s2.8
199612.9°C8.4°C4.0°C21.5°C-5.6°C93 mm79%0.1 m/s2.7
199516.3°C10.2°C4.0°C25.1°C-5.3°C18 mm74%0.1 m/s3.3
199417.6°C11.7°C5.8°C26.5°C-1.4°C43 mm69%0.1 m/s2.8
199313.0°C7.6°C2.2°C22.6°C-6.5°C51 mm77%0.1 m/s3.1
19929.6°C4.9°C0.2°C19.1°C-7.3°C91 mm82%0.1 m/s2.5
199113.5°C8.3°C3.1°C20.9°C-4.3°C75 mm78%0.1 m/s2.9
199016.6°C10.7°C4.8°C24.9°C-1.2°C41 mm70%0.1 m/s3
198913.9°C8.5°C3.2°C22.2°C-5.5°C52 mm77%0.1 m/s3
198814.1°C8.6°C3.0°C26.3°C-5.0°C29 mm76%0.1 m/s3.1
198717.1°C11.4°C5.6°C25.3°C2.1°C48 mm76%0.1 m/s3.1
198613.6°C8.5°C3.4°C19.4°C-3.4°C22 mm77%0.1 m/s2.9
198510.7°C5.6°C0.4°C20.8°C-5.7°C60 mm77%0.1 m/s2.9
198411.5°C6.5°C1.4°C18.6°C-4.4°C27 mm79%0.1 m/s2.7
198313.1°C8.1°C3.0°C22.7°C-6.1°C36 mm74%0.1 m/s—
198215.3°C9.3°C3.4°C23.2°C-3.8°C46 mm75%0.1 m/s—
198117.8°C11.3°C4.9°C29.8°C-2.1°C13 mm65%0.1 m/s—

Actual recorded September data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Wood Buffalo September Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Wood Buffalo in September?▼

The average high in September is around 14.8°C with lows near 4.1°C (mean 9.5°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Wood Buffalo in September?▼

September averages 52 mm of rainfall in Wood Buffalo, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 132 mm in 1997.

What was the hottest September on record in Wood Buffalo?▼

The hottest September reached 30.2°C in 2011. The coldest dipped to -7.3°C in 1992.

Has September in Wood Buffalo gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average September temperatures have risen by about 3.7°C. Daytime highs moved from 13.7°C to 17.2°C and overnight lows from 2.6°C to 6.7°C over the same span.

Is September a good time to visit Wood Buffalo?▼

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Wood Buffalo and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 14.8°C daytime highs and 4.1°C at night.

Is September the coldest month in Wood Buffalo?▼

Not quite — September is the 9th coolest month in Wood Buffalo, averaging 9.5°C.

What should I pack for Wood Buffalo in September?▼

For September in Wood Buffalo, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 14.8°C and lows of 4.1°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Wood Buffalo humid in September?▼

Relative humidity in September averages 77% — quite humid.

How windy is Wood Buffalo in September?▼

Average wind speed in September is 0.1 m/s. The windiest September on record averaged 0.1 m/s (1981).

Which September had the most rainfall in Wood Buffalo?▼

The wettest September on record was 1997 with 132 mm. On average, September sees 52 mm.

Where does this September weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Wood Buffalo behaves each September, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for September specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.