Gander Weather in September (1981–2025)

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September at a Glance in Gander

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
16.8°C
Avg Low
❄️
7.3°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
12.1°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
105 mm
Avg Humidity
💧
86%
Avg Wind
🌬️
0.8 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
3.4
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+7.9°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons❄️Cold mornings☁️Cloudier skies🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Gander September Weather Overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Gander, with average highs near 16.8°C and lows around 7.3°C (mean 12.1°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 105 mm of rainfall and 86% relative humidity across the period.

Gander September Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Gander. Across 45 years of records, the warmest September in Gander was 2012 — when the month averaged 14.6°C — while the coldest was 1986 at 9°C. Typical September days reach 16.8°C with nights near 7.3°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp11.5°C→13.4°C+1.9°C
Max Temp16.1°C→18.2°C+2.1°C
Min Temp6.9°C→8.7°C+1.8°C

Trend (per decade)

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

Distribution of Avg Temp

9.0°C–10.5°C3 yr (7%)
10.5°C–12.0°C18 yr (40%)
12.0°C–13.5°C17 yr (38%)
13.5°C–15.0°C7 yr (16%)

Gander September Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

September is about average for rainfall in Gander, averaging 105 mm of rainfall. The wettest September on record was 2010 with 224 mm, while the driest was 2025 at 43 mm.

Gander September Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Gander during September averages 86%. The most humid September was 1991 at 88%, and the least humid was 1989 at 82%.

Gander September Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

September receives about 3.4 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Gander. The sunniest September was 2025 at 3.8 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1991 at 2.8.

Gander September Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Gander during September is 0.8 m/s. The windiest September was 2004 at 1 m/s, while the calmest were 1990, 2003 and 2024 at 0.7 m/s.

What September Feels Like in Gander

🌅
Cold
Morning
🌞
Cool
Afternoon
🌆
Cold
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★☆☆☆

How September Ranks in Gander

🔥3rd warmest month of the year
🌧️4th wettest month of the year
☀️6th sunniest month of the year

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

Explore Gander Weather by Month

Gander September Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp11.2°C11.8°C12.2°C12.2°C13.4°C+2.2°C
Avg High16.0°C16.4°C16.9°C16.9°C18.2°C+2.2°C
Avg Low6.4°C7.1°C7.4°C7.5°C8.6°C+2.2°C
Avg Rain100 mm112 mm113 mm110 mm80 mm-20 mm

Extreme September Records in Gander

🔥Warmest September27.7°C2003
🧊Coldest September-2.9°C1986
🌧️Wettest September224 mm2010
🏜️Driest September43 mm2025
🌬️Windiest September1 m/s2004

Key Insights for September

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September temperatures in Gander have risen by about 1.9°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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September has ranged from a record low of -2.9°C (1986) to a record high of 27.7°C (2003).

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Rainfall in September is about average for rainfall, averaging 105 mm, with a wettest year of 224 mm.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Gander?

One of the best times to visit Gander

September is one of the best times to visit Gander. Expect days averaging 16.8°C and nights around 7.3°C (mean 12.1°C) — warmer than Gander's yearly average — with higher rainfall (105 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Gander'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 →

Gander Weather in September — In Depth

☀️ September climate overview

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Gander, with average highs near 16.8°C and lows around 7.3°C (mean 12.1°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 105 mm of rainfall and 86% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in September

September averages 105 mm of rainfall in Gander, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest September on record saw 224 mm (2010), and the driest just 43 mm (2025). Humidity sits around 86% and average wind speed is 0.8 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 3.4 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 1.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 16.1°C to 18.2°C and overnight lows from 6.9°C to 8.7°C over the same span.
September Weather in Gander, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202517.3°C12.4°C7.5°C26.1°C4.3°C43 mm85%0.8 m/s3.8
202417.9°C13.4°C8.9°C26.1°C4.9°C63 mm87%0.7 m/s3.4
202318.2°C13.5°C8.8°C26.3°C1.8°C80 mm87%0.8 m/s3.2
202218.4°C14.2°C10.0°C27.3°C4.3°C99 mm85%0.9 m/s3.5
202119.0°C13.6°C8.2°C25.7°C2.2°C116 mm87%0.8 m/s3.4
202018.2°C13.1°C8.0°C24.8°C1.2°C76 mm83%0.9 m/s3.6
201915.0°C10.4°C5.7°C25.2°C1.0°C100 mm86%0.9 m/s3.3
201815.7°C10.8°C5.9°C24.6°C-1.6°C87 mm84%0.8 m/s3.7
201716.7°C12.4°C8.0°C26.2°C1.3°C95 mm87%0.8 m/s3.1
201615.4°C10.9°C6.5°C26.6°C1.0°C116 mm87%0.8 m/s3.2
201517.1°C12.2°C7.3°C25.2°C0.4°C90 mm87%0.9 m/s3.2
201417.1°C11.9°C6.7°C24.0°C-0.2°C65 mm83%0.9 m/s3.7
201318.1°C13.5°C8.9°C24.6°C-1.3°C143 mm87%0.9 m/s3.1
2012 🔥19.7°C14.6°C9.4°C24.5°C3.9°C110 mm86%0.8 m/s3.5
201117.3°C12.6°C8.0°C25.0°C2.9°C72 mm85%0.9 m/s3.6
2010 🌧️16.5°C12.3°C8.1°C24.3°C-0.1°C224 mm86%0.9 m/s3.1
200915.9°C10.9°C5.9°C22.1°C0.8°C76 mm85%0.9 m/s3.6
200817.7°C12.9°C8.1°C26.9°C0.5°C72 mm86%0.8 m/s3.3
200716.4°C11.4°C6.3°C23.5°C2.7°C116 mm84%0.8 m/s3.2
200617.1°C12.3°C7.5°C22.9°C3.6°C124 mm86%0.8 m/s3.3
200517.0°C12.7°C8.3°C26.6°C2.2°C135 mm86%0.9 m/s3
200415.4°C11.1°C6.8°C24.0°C1.9°C213 mm86%1 m/s3.2
200319.1°C14.3°C9.5°C27.7°C4.6°C49 mm86%0.7 m/s3.7
200216.5°C11.4°C6.2°C23.5°C1.0°C107 mm84%0.9 m/s3.4
200117.5°C12.7°C7.9°C27.3°C3.4°C139 mm87%0.8 m/s3.5
200016.7°C11.8°C7.0°C24.0°C1.0°C102 mm85%0.8 m/s3.3
199919.1°C13.8°C8.5°C26.1°C1.2°C97 mm86%0.8 m/s3.3
199815.6°C11.7°C7.8°C24.3°C3.1°C129 mm88%0.9 m/s3.2
199717.0°C12.6°C8.2°C22.4°C2.2°C86 mm88%0.8 m/s3
199614.2°C9.4°C4.7°C23.6°C-0.6°C124 mm86%0.9 m/s3.3
199516.3°C11.3°C6.3°C21.4°C0.5°C134 mm84%0.8 m/s3.7
199415.3°C11.1°C6.8°C21.2°C0.6°C111 mm87%0.8 m/s3.1
199317.3°C12.2°C7.0°C23.9°C1.3°C95 mm84%0.8 m/s3.4
199217.2°C12.2°C7.2°C24.7°C-0.4°C96 mm86%0.8 m/s3.4
199114.9°C10.9°C6.8°C24.2°C2.3°C150 mm88%0.8 m/s2.8
199017.4°C12.3°C7.2°C22.3°C1.9°C96 mm85%0.7 m/s3.5
198918.1°C12.3°C6.5°C25.4°C-1.5°C95 mm82%0.9 m/s3.7
198816.2°C11.3°C6.3°C23.7°C-0.1°C86 mm84%0.9 m/s3.5
198715.6°C10.8°C6.0°C22.1°C1.6°C79 mm84%0.8 m/s3.1
1986 ❄️13.6°C9.0°C4.4°C21.4°C-2.9°C133 mm86%0.8 m/s3.5
198515.5°C11.0°C6.5°C24.9°C1.5°C63 mm85%0.8 m/s3.5
198415.3°C10.6°C6.0°C24.0°C0.3°C108 mm84%0.9 m/s3.5
198316.3°C11.7°C7.1°C25.3°C2.4°C94 mm87%0.8 m/s—
198216.7°C11.8°C6.9°C25.9°C0.5°C109 mm86%0.8 m/s—
198116.8°C12.5°C8.1°C23.5°C3.1°C129 mm85%0.8 m/s—

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

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Gander September Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Gander in September?▼

The average high in September is around 16.8°C with lows near 7.3°C (mean 12.1°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Gander in September?▼

September averages 105 mm of rainfall in Gander, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 224 mm in 2010.

What was the hottest September on record in Gander?▼

The hottest September reached 27.7°C in 2003. The coldest dipped to -2.9°C in 1986.

Has September in Gander 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 1.9°C. Daytime highs moved from 16.1°C to 18.2°C and overnight lows from 6.9°C to 8.7°C over the same span.

Is September a good time to visit Gander?▼

September is one of the warmer months of the year in Gander and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 16.8°C daytime highs and 7.3°C at night.

Is September the coldest month in Gander?▼

Not quite — September is the 10th coolest month in Gander, averaging 12.1°C.

What should I pack for Gander in September?▼

For September in Gander, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 16.8°C and lows of 7.3°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Gander humid in September?▼

Relative humidity in September averages 86% — quite humid.

How windy is Gander in September?▼

Average wind speed in September is 0.8 m/s. The windiest September on record averaged 1 m/s (2004).

Which September had the most rainfall in Gander?▼

The wettest September on record was 2010 with 224 mm. On average, September sees 105 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 Gander 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.