Whistler Weather in September (1981–2025)

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September at a Glance in Whistler

(1981–2025)
Avg High
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13.9°C
Avg Low
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4.5°C
Avg Temp
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9.2°C
Avg Rain
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97 mm
Avg Humidity
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80%
Avg Wind
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0.3 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3.6
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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+7.5°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Whistler September Weather Overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Whistler, with average highs near 13.9°C and lows around 4.5°C (mean 9.2°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 97 mm of rainfall and 80% relative humidity across the period.

Whistler September Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Whistler. Across 45 years of records, the warmest September in Whistler was 2025 — when the month averaged 12.2°C — while the coldest was 1984 at 6.2°C. Typical September days reach 13.9°C with nights near 4.5°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.3°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp7.4°C→10.2°C+2.8°C
Max Temp11.9°C→14.7°C+2.8°C
Min Temp2.8°C→5.7°C+2.9°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.3°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.2°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

6.0°C–7.8°C11 yr (24%)
7.8°C–9.5°C12 yr (27%)
9.5°C–11.3°C18 yr (40%)
11.3°C–13.0°C4 yr (9%)

Whistler September Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

September is one of the drier months in Whistler, averaging 97 mm of rainfall. The wettest September on record was 2021 with 217 mm, while the driest was 1993 at 11 mm.

Whistler September Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Whistler during September averages 80%. The most humid September was 2019 at 87%, and the least humid was 1990 at 71%.

Whistler September Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

September receives about 3.6 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Whistler. The sunniest September was 1993 at 4.3 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 2019 at 2.9.

Whistler September Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Whistler during September is 0.3 m/s. The windiest Septembers were 2008, 2012 and 2022, among others at 0.4 m/s, while the calmest were 2019, 2021 and 2024, among others at 0.2 m/s.

What September Feels Like in Whistler

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Cold
Morning
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Cool
Afternoon
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Cold
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★★☆☆

How September Ranks in Whistler

🔥4th warmest month of the year
🌵5th driest month of the year
☀️6th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Whistler Weather by Month

Whistler September Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp8.2°C9.6°C8.9°C9.2°C10.4°C+2.2°C
Avg High13.0°C14.7°C13.5°C13.6°C15.0°C+2°C
Avg Low3.4°C4.6°C4.3°C4.8°C5.9°C+2.5°C
Avg Rain76 mm67 mm89 mm139 mm121 mm+45 mm

Extreme September Records in Whistler

🔥Warmest September32.7°C1988
🧊Coldest September-4.5°C2000
🌧️Wettest September217 mm2021
🏜️Driest September11 mm1993
🌬️Windiest September0.4 m/s1989

Key Insights for September

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September temperatures in Whistler have risen by about 2.8°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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September has ranged from a record low of -4.5°C (2000) to a record high of 32.7°C (1988).

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Rainfall in September is one of the drier months, averaging 97 mm, with a wettest year of 217 mm.

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Daytime highs and overnight lows have shifted differently — highs rose about 0.2°C per decade while lows rose 0.5°C per decade, narrowing the gap between day and night.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Whistler?

One of the best times to visit Whistler

September is one of the best times to visit Whistler. Expect days averaging 13.9°C and nights around 4.5°C (mean 9.2°C) — warmer than Whistler's yearly average — with higher rainfall (97 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Whistler'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 →

Whistler Weather in September — In Depth

☀️ September climate overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Whistler, with average highs near 13.9°C and lows around 4.5°C (mean 9.2°C). It is one of the drier months, averaging 97 mm of rainfall and 80% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in September

September averages 97 mm of rainfall in Whistler, one of the drier months compared with the rest of the year. The wettest September on record saw 217 mm (2021), and the driest just 11 mm (1993). Humidity sits around 80% and average wind speed is 0.3 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3.6 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 2.8°C. Daytime highs moved from 11.9°C to 14.7°C and overnight lows from 2.8°C to 5.7°C over the same span.
September Weather in Whistler, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
2025 🔥16.6°C12.2°C7.9°C28.3°C2.8°C133 mm85%0.3 m/s3.6
202414.6°C10.0°C5.5°C27.1°C-4.0°C92 mm83%0.2 m/s3.6
202313.6°C9.1°C4.5°C21.4°C-2.0°C101 mm81%0.3 m/s3.5
202216.7°C11.2°C5.7°C25.7°C-0.9°C38 mm76%0.4 m/s4.1
2021 🌧️12.1°C8.5°C4.8°C21.6°C-1.6°C217 mm86%0.2 m/s3
202016.2°C11.5°C6.8°C24.4°C1.5°C143 mm83%0.3 m/s3.6
201912.2°C8.5°C4.9°C21.1°C-4.5°C200 mm87%0.2 m/s2.9
201811.7°C7.7°C3.8°C19.9°C0.1°C209 mm85%0.2 m/s3.1
201714.9°C10.2°C5.6°C27.5°C-0.3°C59 mm79%0.3 m/s3.3
201612.0°C7.6°C3.3°C20.1°C-1.9°C94 mm84%0.3 m/s3.3
201511.4°C7.2°C3.1°C22.0°C-1.4°C154 mm85%0.3 m/s3.3
201415.3°C10.4°C5.5°C22.5°C-2.0°C87 mm77%0.3 m/s3.9
201314.3°C10.1°C5.8°C27.5°C-2.1°C212 mm83%0.3 m/s3.5
201217.1°C11.4°C5.8°C24.9°C-0.5°C23 mm72%0.4 m/s4.2
201115.3°C10.8°C6.4°C28.8°C1.2°C150 mm77%0.3 m/s3.6
201012.2°C8.0°C3.8°C18.6°C-0.5°C199 mm86%0.2 m/s3.1
200914.2°C9.7°C5.2°C24.7°C-2.6°C118 mm81%0.3 m/s3.6
200815.3°C9.8°C4.4°C25.4°C-0.8°C31 mm75%0.4 m/s3.9
200712.1°C7.9°C3.7°C22.2°C-2.9°C102 mm83%0.3 m/s3.4
200615.7°C10.7°C5.6°C26.7°C-1.9°C59 mm74%0.4 m/s3.8
200511.7°C7.6°C3.4°C16.0°C-1.3°C95 mm84%0.3 m/s3.4
200411.5°C7.7°C3.8°C18.8°C-0.3°C147 mm86%0.2 m/s3
200314.9°C9.8°C4.8°C24.8°C0.9°C78 mm79%0.3 m/s3.8
200212.9°C8.1°C3.4°C19.3°C-0.9°C80 mm78%0.3 m/s3.5
200113.8°C9.2°C4.6°C21.0°C0.5°C81 mm81%0.3 m/s3.8
200012.7°C8.1°C3.6°C22.8°C-4.5°C101 mm82%0.3 m/s3.5
199914.1°C8.6°C3.1°C22.9°C-2.6°C62 mm74%0.4 m/s4
199815.8°C10.7°C5.7°C19.8°C-0.6°C33 mm79%0.4 m/s3.9
199713.8°C9.6°C5.4°C23.1°C-1.6°C209 mm82%0.3 m/s3.5
199611.6°C7.5°C3.3°C21.0°C-3.0°C115 mm83%0.3 m/s3.3
199516.4°C10.9°C5.5°C26.0°C-1.2°C45 mm74%0.4 m/s4.1
199414.9°C10.4°C5.8°C23.7°C1.5°C73 mm80%0.3 m/s3.5
199315.9°C10.2°C4.5°C22.7°C-1.5°C11 mm72%0.4 m/s4.3
199210.9°C6.4°C2.0°C18.6°C-4.3°C79 mm83%0.3 m/s3.2
199116.1°C10.6°C5.1°C21.4°C0.7°C12 mm74%0.4 m/s3.9
199017.3°C11.6°C5.8°C22.2°C1.1°C34 mm71%0.4 m/s3.9
198915.9°C10.3°C4.7°C21.9°C0.5°C22 mm73%0.4 m/s3.9
198813.5°C8.5°C3.5°C32.7°C-2.3°C98 mm78%0.3 m/s3.2
198716.6°C11.0°C5.4°C27.4°C0.2°C40 mm74%0.3 m/s3.7
198611.5°C7.0°C2.6°C19.4°C-2.7°C78 mm82%0.3 m/s3.4
198511.4°C6.6°C1.8°C17.3°C-2.9°C89 mm78%0.3 m/s3.6
1984 ❄️10.6°C6.2°C1.7°C15.1°C-3.8°C93 mm80%0.3 m/s3.4
198311.1°C6.7°C2.2°C17.9°C-4.2°C81 mm79%0.3 m/s—
198214.1°C9.3°C4.5°C21.6°C-3.1°C62 mm81%0.3 m/s—
198112.4°C8.1°C3.9°C24.1°C-2.1°C117 mm82%0.3 m/s—

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

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Whistler September Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Whistler in September?▼

The average high in September is around 13.9°C with lows near 4.5°C (mean 9.2°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Whistler in September?▼

September averages 97 mm of rainfall in Whistler, one of the drier months. The wettest on record was 217 mm in 2021.

What was the hottest September on record in Whistler?▼

The hottest September reached 32.7°C in 1988. The coldest dipped to -4.5°C in 2000.

Has September in Whistler 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 2.8°C. Daytime highs moved from 11.9°C to 14.7°C and overnight lows from 2.8°C to 5.7°C over the same span.

Is September a good time to visit Whistler?▼

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Whistler and one of the drier months, so plan for around 13.9°C daytime highs and 4.5°C at night.

Is September the coldest month in Whistler?▼

Not quite — September is the 9th coolest month in Whistler, averaging 9.2°C.

What should I pack for Whistler in September?▼

For September in Whistler, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 13.9°C and lows of 4.5°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Whistler humid in September?▼

Relative humidity in September averages 80% — quite humid.

How windy is Whistler in September?▼

Average wind speed in September is 0.3 m/s. The windiest September on record averaged 0.4 m/s (1989).

Which September had the most rainfall in Whistler?▼

The wettest September on record was 2021 with 217 mm. On average, September sees 97 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 Whistler 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.