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Kristiansand in September 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Kristiansand in September 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether September is a good month to travel to Kristiansand, Norway.

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Kristiansand in September 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Kristiansand in September in summary
Favourable weather
Min 12°C Max 15°C 166 mm 8 day(s) 85% 46% 18°C 10.8 h/day
Best activities in September
Cultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Low price 05:58 18:47
Hourly weather

Average weather in Kristiansand in September 2026

Favourable weather

The weather in Kristiansand in September 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in September. This allows you to forecast the weather in September 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Kristiansand in September

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Kristiansand in September.

Temperatures and rain in Kristiansand in September

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in September.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of September is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Kristiansand in September

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Kristiansand in September

Check the seasonal normals in Kristiansand in September and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
September
Weather data August September October
Outside temperature
Average temperature 16.3°C 13.6°C 9.6°C
Maximum temperature 18.1°C 15.4°C 10.9°C
Minimum temperature 14.5°C 11.9°C 8.4°C
Record maximum temperature 24.0°C
(2020)
25.0°C
(2021)
19.0°C
(2011)
Record low temperature 9.0°C
(2010)
6.0°C
(2009)
1.0°C
(2012)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 19 day(s)
(61%)
5 day(s)
(17%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 17.8°C 15.6°C 12.5°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 15.3°C 13.2°C 9.5°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 19.9°C 18.2°C 15.2°C
Wind
Wind speed 22 km/h 23 km/h 25 km/h
Wind temperature 13.8°C 10.2°C 5.4°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 184.2 mm 166.1 mm 201.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 18 day(s)
(58%)
16 day(s)
(53%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 9 day(s)
(29%)
8 day(s)
(25%)
9 day(s)
(31%)
Record precipitation in one day 74.1 mm
(2014)
103.6 mm
(2017)
75.1 mm
(2017)
Other weather data
Humidity 83% 85% 85%
Visibility 9.3 km 9.3 km 8.9 km
Cloud cover 38% 46% 56%
UV index 5 4 3
Daily sunshine 13h 11h 6h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 04h51 05h58 07h04
Sunset time 20h12 18h47 17h23
Day length 15h21 12h49 10h19
Our opinion on the climate in September
The review of Where And When favourable weather favourable weather adverse weather
Activities and events

What to do in Kristiansand in September?

Best activities in September
Cultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Possible activities in September
Beach and swimmingHiking and trekkingAnimal observationFamily and attractionsNature and landscapesNightlifeBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Kristiansand in September last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Kristiansand in September 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Light rain
12°C15°C6.8 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
13°C17°C4.3 mm
3
Light rain shower
11°C15°C3.8 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
14°C16°C2.0 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
14°C18°C1.4 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
10°C19°C0.0 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
10°C17°C0.0 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
10°C17°C0.3 mm
9
Light rain shower
13°C16°C1.0 mm
10
Light rain shower
15°C16°C6.5 mm
11
Patchy rain nearby
12°C16°C6.3 mm
12
Light rain shower
10°C14°C4.6 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
10°C14°C7.6 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
11°C15°C3.5 mm
15
Light rain shower
11°C14°C5.3 mm
16
Light rain shower
11°C16°C1.8 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
12°C18°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
14°C17°C0.2 mm
19
Patchy rain nearby
14°C17°C0.2 mm
20
Cloudy
15°C19°C0.0 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
11°C13°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
8°C14°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
5°C13°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
6°C14°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
6°C14°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
8°C14°C0.0 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
10°C14°C0.0 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
10°C15°C0.0 mm
29
Light rain shower
11°C13°C2.7 mm
30
Light rain shower
10°C12°C2.2 mm
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Where to go near Kristiansand in September?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Kristiansand in September: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Yes, it’s a good time. Conditions are favorable in Kristiansand in September, which places this month 4th out of 12.

Expect an average of 15°C during the day and 12°C at night, with about 166 mm of precipitation spread over 8 rainy days.

The sea is only 16°C on average in September. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 10.8 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage and Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 24/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

No: rates are at level Low price, with a price index of 24/100. It’s one of the most budget-friendly months.

The most favorable months in Kristiansand are: June, July, August and September. You are therefore already in one of the best times of the year; shifting your plans would not gain you much in terms of weather.
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