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Where’s hot in September

Intro

September is summer’s encore. The crowds thin, prices drop, but the sun lingers in many parts of Europe and beyond. From Greek islands to the USA’s national parks, it’s an ideal time to travel. Water temperatures are at their warmest, and cities breathe easier again.

Quick answers:

• Short-haul beach: Greece, Turkey, Portugal, and Croatia — highs of 27–30 °C.
• Long-haul value: Morocco, California, Sri Lanka, and Tanzania.
• For adventure: Alps hiking, Patagonia warming up, and the US West.
• Good with families: Spain’s southern coast, Madeira, and Cape Verde.

How to use the map for September:

Choose September. Sort by hot or warm temperatures, or narrow by travel time. ‘Trip Type’ and ‘Preferences’ filters help find post-peak value spots.

Top destination picks (with September-specific reasons):

• Greek Islands – Still hot and sunny, with fewer tourists. 27 °C+ in Crete and Rhodes.
• Morocco – Warm, dry and cultural. Marrakech hits 33 °C; Essaouira is cooler by the sea.
• California – National parks are quieter and dry. Coastal cities stay sunny.
• Tanzania – Peak safari season, with dry conditions and excellent wildlife spotting.
• Madeira – A short hop from the UK, with lush trails, mountain air and 26 °C days.

Weather & travel notes:

September is one of the best months to travel: stable weather, thinned crowds, and warm seas. Long-haul tropics stay hot, and much of Europe holds onto summer.

If you want … try these September ideas:

• Late summer sun: Greece, Croatia, Algarve.
• Safari & adventure: Tanzania, Morocco, US road trip.
• Walking & nature: Alps, Dolomites, Madeira.
• Budget beaches: Tunisia, Turkey, southern Spain.

FAQs:

Where’s hot in Europe in September? Greece, Portugal and Spain’s south coast still hit 27 °C+.

Is Morocco too hot in September? Inland cities are hot, but coastal towns like Essaouira are ideal.

Where’s good for wildlife in September? Tanzania and parts of southern Africa are at safari peak.

Data note:

Our map uses ten-year climate averages (2014–2024) to show typical conditions. It’s not a live forecast. Check current advisories before travelling.