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Folkestone in September
The weather in September
In September, Folkestone averages daytime highs of 19° and night-time lows of 13° — mild weather by day. Expect around 65 mm of precipitation spread over about 10 wet days, with average cloud cover near 38%.
Days are 2.3° cooler than in August on average, and October is cooler again by about 3.7°. The sea averages 17°, bracing but swimmable.
September scores 74/100 — good conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 1st of the twelve months for Folkestone.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:31 and sets at 19:12 local time, giving 12 h 41 min of daylight. Days shorten by 111 minutes over the month.
Why 74/100?
How the score for September is builtBeach score this month: 22/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Festivals in the region in September
- Encounters Film FestivalFilm festivalBristol
- The End of the Pier International Film FestivalFilm festivalWorthing
- Sensoria Music & Film FestivalFilm festival · Sep–OctSheffield
Only the month is given: the exact dates change from year to year.
Around Folkestone this month
United Kingdom's best in September
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Folkestone in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Folkestone?
September scores 74/100 for Folkestone, which we rate as good. Average highs are 19°C with 10 wet days.
How warm is Folkestone in September?
Daytime highs average 19°C and night-time lows 13°C in September.
Does it rain a lot in Folkestone in September?
Folkestone receives about 65 mm of precipitation in September, falling on around 10 days.
Can you swim in Folkestone in September?
The sea averages 17°C in September, cold for most swimmers.