Sailing in September: the Best 7 Places to Visit
September is the Perfect Month to Go Sailing, With Many Crowds Disappearing After the High Season but the Weather is Warm Enough to Enjoy It
Sailing in September: the Best 7 Places to Visit
The best destinations to go sailing in September vary with temperature and crowds, depending on what type of yacht charter you desire.
September is a great month to go sailing in European destinations as the weather is still warm and the crowds of the summer have departed with areas are quieting down. The Indian Ocean is also a great place to go sailing in September as the winds have stabilised and monsoon season hasn’t arrived yet.
Best 7 Places to Visit in September
Some of the best destinations to go sailing in September are Croatia, Greece, Seychelles, Italy, Turkey, and further afield.
September is a great time to go sailing as conditions are favourable, prices are often cheaper out of the summer season for yacht charters and flights. In September you can often find a last-minute or bargain trip with fewer people opting to go to sailing in September.
Depending on where you decide to take a sailing trip too, September still has superb weather, which may be even more favourable than during July and August as it is cooler. The water temperatures are still ideal for swimming when you go sailing in September.
Top 7 Best Places to Visit in September
1. Croatia
Weather. In Croatia sailing in September is the end of the summer season, with the temperature starting to cool down. The average temperature for sailing in September in Croatia is between 18c (64f) and 22c (71f).
While the weather temperature decreases the sea temperature takes longer to cool down and the sea averages 23c (73f) through September. Croatia has an average of 15 hours daylight throughout September, meaning plenty of hours of sunshine and daylight to undertake activities and sail around different places.
Moderate Winds. When going sailing in September in Croatia the winds tend to be stronger than other months ranging between 10 and 20 knots and above. During this period the winds tend to be more unpredictable than during the summer, but still favourable for sailing.
Experience Everything Without The Crowds. In September sailing in Croatia will give you the opportunity to experience everything Croatia has to offer, in terms of tourist attractions, restaurants, and national parks, without all the tourists they receive in the summer.
Marinas also tend to be quieter, which allows for easy access for mooring without a large number of boats looking to dock at the same port, as the summer season has predominantly come to an end.
2. Greece
Popular Destination. Greece is one of the most popular destinations to go sailing in September with less crowded islands and marinas, as well as favourable conditions with small towns still open for business but less crowded.
Weather. The weather when sailing in September in Greece is great with the average high for the month being 84f (29c) and the average low being 64F (18c). This weather is a lot cooler than July and August when it is often too hot to walk around and explore the villages, hike or participate in strenuous activities on the islands or mainland.
Places In Greece. Greece has over 6,000 islands, many of which are both inhabited and uninhabited. The islands are split into main areas and groups, which each have their own individual climates, winds, and sea conditions. These collections are the Dodecanese, Ionian, Saronic, Sporades, Aegean Islands, the Cyclades, and Cretan islands.
3. Italy, Amalfi Coast
Weather. The Amalfi Coast and its surrounding islands are popular sailing destinations in September with comfortable temperatures, uncrowded sites, and beautiful sunny days.
The average temperature is a high of 79f (26c) and an average low of 61f (16c). During September the sailing conditions are slightly windier than other locations with winds reaching 16 knots.
Popular Destinations. The Amalfi Coast has lots of places to visit and things to see, making it a popular destination to go sailing in September, as the landmark places, are uncrowded, and many offer low season prices.
Italy can become busy in the summer months, especially on the Amalfi Coast, which means everything from restaurants, anchorages, and marinas are quieter than in July or August. The towns of Positano, Sorrento, and Praiano are often crowded in the summer but September offers a break from the crowds.
4. Greece - Cyclades
Weather. The weather in the Cyclades when sailing in September is often warmer than other areas of Greece due to its southern location. The average temperature in September is 76f (24c), an average low of 68f (20c), and an average high of 82f (27c).
When sailing in September in the Cyclades the water temperature is still warm from the summer sun with a temperature of 77f (25c). The wind during September is slightly less than in July or August offering more favourable conditions than in the summer months.
This makes it the perfect sailing destination for intermediate or advanced sailors and one of the best places to go sailing in September.
Islands To Visit. The Cyclades are a great place to go sailing in September thanks to its variety of islands to explore and discover. The main islands in the collection worth visiting are:
- Paros – White sand beaches, ancient monuments, and small Greek villages.
- Sifnos – Beachfront towns with cobbled streets.
- Folegandros – An adventure-lovers paradise with plenty of hikes and adventures.
- Santorini – The most famous island with whitewashed buildings and blue roofs.
- Amorgos – One of the most serene islands with antiquity and quiet towns.
- Kythnos – An island with beautiful flowers, blue waters, and the Katafiki Cave in Dryopida.
- Syros – Small beautifully coloured buildings on a quiet island.
- Mykonos – The islands perfect whitewashed architecture, with the Old Port Harbour and Aghia Anna Bay beach.
- Kea – A beautiful natural harbour, ancient ruins, quaint towns within a cosmopolitan feel.
- Sounion – Home to the Temple of Poseidon – the Greek Goddess of Sea.
Other islands in the collection are Ios, Anafi, Andors, Antiparos, Delos, Milos, Naxos, and Thira among others.
5. Sicily
Weather. Sicily has a Mediterranean climate, with warm dry summers and cool rainy winters. It is one of the best places to go sailing in September as the temperatures on average range from 82f (27c) to a low of 72f (22c).
Winds. One of the best places to go sailing in September is Sicily, due to its wind conditions. During September the winds are from a constant northwest to a westerly wind, averaging 5 knots.
Island. Sicily is a great place to go sailing in September as it has been considered a classical crossroads of Mediterranean culture. Today, the island an exquisite beauty with Norman churches, Greek temples, and Baroque infrastructure forming it.
The wonders don’t stop there, Sicily is also rich in natural resources – in fact, on this island, you will find Mt. Etna, Europe’s highest active volcano.
6. Seychelles
Seychelles. Proclaimed “the most beautiful islands on earth”, Seychelles takes you to an entirely different unique world. Immerse yourself in nature and take in the special landscape of this archipelago.
Home to over 275 species of birds, 2,200 giant Aldabra tortoises, and many endemic species, Seychelles has a unique ecosystem. Located 1,000 miles off the east coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean, Seychelles is a collection of 115 islands, many of which are coral islands.
Wind and Weather Conditions. When sailing in September in Seychelles the average high is 82f (28c) and an average low of 75f (24c) during the month. The winds blow frequently in a southeast direction at approximately 11 knots and there is a tidal system that varies by 4.5ft or 5.9ft (1.4m or 1.8m).
Places to Visit. When sailing in September in Seychelles there is an abundance of tropical forests, white-sandy beaches, and coral reefs to explore throughout the islands.
7. Turkey
Turkish Riviera. The Turkish Riviera is a 1,000 mile stretch of coastline, with green mountains, crystal clear waters, historic sites, and superb beaches, making it a great place to go sailing in September. From diving in Antalya, the archaeological site of Ephesus, the vibrant city of Fethiye, Ölüdeniz lagoon, the medieval castle, and underwater museum in Bodrum.
Weather. Turkey is a great place to go sailing in September, thanks to its warm weather with an average temperature of 88f (31c), during this time each day has an average of 12 hours of daylight.
The sailing conditions in Turkey in September are an average of 15-20 knots northwest wind, which can get stronger during the day and into the late evening (Meltemi).
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