Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Victoria in September
Victoria cools off: highs slip to 65°F (18°C), from 70°F in August, with lows of 54°F (12°C) and about 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain.
At 91/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 65°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (50 mm)
- Humidity
- 77%
- Cloud cover
- 54%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 20 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What September feels like
Highs near 65°F (18°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 54°F (12°C).
About 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's September.
Plan around September
September is one of Victoria's best months on the climate data.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: October brings 4.3 in (109 mm).
- Last of the best-scoring months: by October, the score drops to 64/100.
- Comfort slips from 95/100 in August to 91/100.
- September sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends.
What to pack for September
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 54°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Victoria in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Inner Harbour
Harbour framed by the Parliament Buildings and the Fairmont Empress, busy with floatplanes and buskers.
Red Fish Blue Fish
Takeout fish-and-chip shack built from a shipping container on the harbour pier.
Royal BC Museum
Provincial museum of natural and human history, including First Peoples galleries.
Spinnakers Gastro Brewpub
Canada's oldest brewpub, opened in 1984, with harbour views and house ales.
Butchart Gardens
Century-old gardens in a former quarry, with the Sunken Garden and summer fireworks.
Why now September scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in September
- San Juan Island in September~18 mi · highs 65°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Olympic NP in September~45 mi · highs 53°F, 3.4 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Vancouver in September~60 mi · highs 68°F, 4.8 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Bainbridge Island in September~68 mi · highs 69°F, 2.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Victoria in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Victoria?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 65°F (18°C) and 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain. September is inside the Jun – Sep window our Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria route recommends.
How hot is Victoria in September?
Average highs are 65°F (18°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Victoria in September?
Not much: about 2.0 in (50 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 39.0 in (991 mm).
What should I pack for Victoria in September?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 54°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in September
- Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria Jun – Sep
Planning Victoria in September?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.