2026 Climate Averages

Weather in York in September

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

September is an excellent time to visit York. York has a Cool climate with average yearly highs of 18°C, lows of 10°C, and approximately 7 rainy days per month.

Avg High

18°C

Avg Low

10°C

Rainy days

7days

Daylight

12.8h

Is September a good time to visit York?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:36 AM

Sunset

7:26 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 9°C 4°C 11 Good
February 9°C 3°C 16 Wet
March 10°C 2°C 8 Good
April 14°C 4°C 7 Good
May 17°C 7°C 8 Excellent (best)
June 18°C 11°C 17 Excellent (best)
July 19°C 11°C 16 Excellent (best)
August 21°C 13°C 15 Excellent (best)
September 18°C 10°C 7 Excellent (best)
October 13°C 7°C 16 Wet
November 11°C 5°C 14 Wet
December 7°C 2°C 18 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for September

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Cool
Travel Context Brisk but pleasant—ideal for hiking or city walks with a light jacket.

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Common Questions

Is September a good time to visit York? +

September is typically Excellent for visiting York, with average highs of 18°C and around 7 rainy days.

What should I pack for York in September? +

With highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in York in September? +

York typically sees around 7 rainy days in September.

How many hours of daylight are there in York in September? +

In September, York gets approximately 12.8 hours of daylight per day.

Is September peak season in York? +

Yes, September is peak season in York. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit York? +

The best months to visit York are May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/London)

Last Updated: January 2026

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