Singapore in September is considered the autumn season, though the temperature is still on the higher side. Along with high humidity, there is almost 40% chance of rainfall in Singapore any time of the day. However, the island usually experiences around 8-9 hours of sunshine during the day, between the clouds and raindrops which are good enough for sightseeing around Singapore.
Average Daily Temperature: Around 31 and 25 degrees Celsius
Average Rainfall: 157mm
Humidity levels: Above 82%
Places to Visit & Things to Do in Singapore in September
Singapore is the land where some festivities or the other are taking place throughout the year, and these events act as icing on the cake for tourists. Read on to find out some exclusive events for September.
1. Chinatown
Lying in the central part of Singapore, Chinatown is the home to most of the Chinese population of Singapore. In September, Chinatown celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Lantern Festival during September. Expect to see the streets decorated with bright and colourful lanterns in all shapes and sizes, performances including dragon dance, pop-up stalls and people participating in moon-viewing parties and lantern walks. Don't forget to try the sweet mooncakes- a highlight of this festival.
Singapore's weather in September is very pleasant if you go in the first half of the month, you can witness the Hungry Ghost Festival which is usually celebrated between mid-August to mid-September (before the Mid-Autumn Festival). Though the festivities reach a peak on the fifteenth day of the lunar month, you can observe food and other offerings made on various places, burning incense sticks and also stage performances. All this is done to please the departed souls who are believed to roam free in this month - the festival comes with its own set of tales. Get ready to be spooked!
Chinatown also has some other places to visit - Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Chinatown Heritage Centre, Sri Mariamman Temple, Thian Hock Keng Temple, buy souvenirs at Sago Street, pamper yourself at Bath Culture Foot Therapy Spa or go clubbing at Ann Siang and Club Street.
2. Marina Bay
The ultimate crowd puller of the Singapore weather in September is the Grand Prix Season Singapore - a series of Formula One car races held annually at the Marina Bay circuit. The event also sees performances by international celebrities and individual race-associated theme parties organised by many clubs and restaurants.
If you aren't interested in motor racing, then head to Gardens by the Bay which is a pleasure in itself any time of the year. With the beautiful blooms in the Flower Dome, the waterfalls in the Cloud Forest, the Supertree Grove and the walkways, the place is a visual treat! Visiting it in September is all the more awesome due to the ongoing Mid-Autumn Festival. A carnival is organised at the venue with lantern displays, performances, games, Chinese craft stalls and food and drink options.
If you aren't interested in motor racing, then head to Gardens by the Bay which is a pleasure in itself any time of the year. With the beautiful blooms in the Flower Dome, the waterfalls in the Cloud Forest, the Supertree Grove and the walkways, the place is a visual treat! Visiting it in September is all the more awesome due to the ongoing Mid-Autumn Festival. A carnival is organised at the venue with lantern displays, performances, games, Chinese craft stalls and food and drink options.
Visit Esplanade Theatres on the Bay for 'Moonfest', a series of performances - dance, music, theatre, exhibitions, etc, based on Chinese traditions to mark the Mid-Autumn festival.
In addition to all the festivities, don't forget to take a ride on the Singapore Flyer, take snaps of the wonderfully lit Marina Bay Sands hotel in the evening or pose in front of the famous Merlion statue.
3. Beaches
After all the beach fun, head to The Great Food Festival at Resort World Sentosa to make your tummies happy with more than 50 varieties of savouries and desserts prepared by world-famous chefs. They will also be organising live demonstrations and cooking classes for you to take part.
4. Indoor Activities
In case of occasional rain, head to the Science Centre Singapore, Singapore Art Museum, Changi Prison, National Museum of Singapore and all other museums, or visit the many malls on Orchard Road for some window shopping (or real!), or head to the numerous bars and restaurants spread across various parts of the city-state for food and drinks. You can also go indoor fishing at Fish@Bugis, ice-skating, indoor rock-climbing at Clip n Climb or play escape games at any escape room.
What to Pack for Singapore?
As stated previously, Singapore's weather in September is hot and humid so carry comfortable clothing in breathable fabrics, and for those times which you will be spending in air-conditioned areas, you may pack some light jackets. Rain showers can be quite unpredictable so carry an umbrella. If you are planning to head to the beach, then remember to pack your swimwear, sunscreen, hats and other beach essentials. Also, it would be wise to carry a mask because the haze can cause discomfort sometimes. If you have respiratory problems, the best would be to skip this period altogether.
With the pleasant Singapore weather in September, it is a good time to visit this country but book those tickets right away because a large number of tourists flock to the islands at this time of the year causing a surge in hotel prices. Decide what are your priorities and accordingly stay or visit those places and remember to check the weather forecasts always for unpredictable changes in weather conditions. Happy travelling!