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Dortmund in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Dortmund in September and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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September

Weather in Dortmund in September 2025

OK Weather
Mild
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Rainy
September could be a good time to visit Dortmund, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +66°F, and there are typically 6 sunny days in September. However, expect about 18 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 76 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+66°F
Avg. max. temperature
+36°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
76 mm
Total precipitation
78%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dortmund has OK weather in September.

Average temperature in Dortmund in September

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dortmund for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in September is +75°F with a maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +46°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +66°F to +66°F.

Is Dortmund warm or cold in September?

Dortmund is typically mild in September.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +73°F to +66°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +57°F to +52°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how September is compared to other months in Dortmund:

Climate in Dortmund in September

Dortmund weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+73°F+66°F+57°F
Min. temperature
+43°F+36°F+21°F
Max. temperature
+97°F+93°F+81°F
Rainfall
84 mm76 mm77 mm
Wind
2 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
72%78%81%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1015 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
665
Cloudy days
568
Rainy days
191818
Snowy days
000

September typically has worse weather conditions compared to August. It’s getting colder in September. From +73°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +66°F. As September arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 84 mm to 76 mm. Humidity rises from 72% to 78%. Winds are stronger in comparison to August, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 6 sunny days during the month.

October brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Dortmund in September based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Dortmund is gradually increasing during September, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Dortmund based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in September is about 131 mm, with a 40% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 65 mm, which is considered heavy rain. September is a pretty wet month with over 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how September is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Dortmund wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 90 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 38% chance of precipitation and 59 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last September in Dortmund?

This is the weather in Dortmund in September 2023:
1 September
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+67°F
2 September
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+74°F
3 September
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+72°F
4 September
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+80°F
5 September
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+87°F
6 September
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+86°F
7 September
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+88°F
8 September
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+89°F
9 September
☀️
+88°F
10 September
☀️
+86°F
11 September
☀️
+89°F
12 September
🌧️
+77°F
13 September
☁️
+67°F
14 September
☁️
+67°F
15 September
☀️
+75°F
16 September
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+81°F
17 September
☀️
+80°F
18 September
🌧️
+75°F
19 September
☁️
+70°F
20 September
☀️
+74°F
21 September
☀️
+73°F
22 September
☀️
+65°F
23 September
☁️
+63°F
24 September
☀️
+69°F
25 September
☀️
+70°F
26 September
☀️
+75°F
27 September
☀️
+76°F
28 September
☀️
+72°F
29 September
🌧️
+74°F
30 September
☀️
+66°F
In September 2023 Dortmund had 23 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +90°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Dortmund climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Dortmund in September has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+52°F) and the highest in 2022 (+61°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 627 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1615 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dortmund in September:

Is September a good time to visit Dortmund?

It’s always a good time to visit Dortmund, but the weather is changeable in September, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Dortmund in September?

September has mild temperatures in Dortmund. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Dortmund rainy in September?

Dortmund is often rainy in September. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Dortmund in September?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Dortmund in September, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Germany

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Monthly weather in Dortmund

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dortmund, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.