Month guide · Strasbourg · France
Strasbourg in September
What September is really like in Strasbourg: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
September is one of the best months to visit Strasbourg. Expect average highs of 21°C (70°F), lows of 11°C (52°F), about 8 rainy days and roughly 12.5 hours of daylight. Settled weather, grape harvest on the Wine Route and the return of university life.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 21°C (70°F) / 11°C (52°F)
- Rainy days
- About 8
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Strasbourg: days average 21°C (70°F) against a yearly average high of 15°C (59°F), and nights fall to about 11°C (52°F). Rain falls on roughly 8 of its 30 days. Compared with August (25°C (77°F)), September is cooler; by October highs drop to around 15°C (59°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 07:05
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 19:42
- Daylight
- About 12.5 hours
Autumn (September–November). Harvest season on the Wine Route, autumn colours and the start of the Christmas market in late November.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 3 for crowds (the peak is December at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in December). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in September
- European Heritage Days (usually third weekend of September)
- Foire Européenne trade fair (usually September)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in September
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Neighbourhood · Petite France
Petite France
Come early in the morning or after dinner, when the crowds have gone and the reflections in the canals are clearest.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Photo spot
- Couples
- Architecture
Landmark · Grande Île
Place Kléber
Strasbourg's largest square, named after the Revolutionary general Jean-Baptiste Kléber whose statue stands in the centre, is the heart of everyday city life.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Shopping
Historic site · Grande Île
Astronomical Clock
Buy a ticket for the midday show and arrive early, as the viewing area fills quickly.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Kids
- Rainy day
Palace · Grande Île
Palais Rohan
The 18th-century palace of the prince-bishops, beside the cathedral, houses three museums: the Museum of Decorative Arts in the state apartments, the Museum of Fine Arts with European painting from the Middle Ages to the 19th century, and the Archaeological Museum in the basement.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- History
- Rainy day
- Architecture
What to pack
For highs near 21°C, lows near 11°C and 8 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Strasbourg?
One of the best months to visit Strasbourg, with 2 notable events on the calendar. The other best months are May–June, October and December. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Strasbourg?
It is one of the best months to visit Strasbourg. Settled weather, grape harvest on the Wine Route and the return of university life.
+How warm is Strasbourg in September?
Average highs are around 21°C (70°F) and lows around 11°C (52°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Strasbourg in September?
Expect rain on about 8 days of the month.