Where is the best place to go for a vacation in September?

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As we all know, travel agencies refer to September as the “silken season.” But if it’s truly such a “silky” period, then why does the number of tourists at resorts decline significantly during this time, and why do ticket prices drop rapidly? The main reasons for this phenomenon are tourism industry practices and weather conditions. To be honest, by September, summer has already left the sunny beaches, leaving only its warm remnants in the sea. Meanwhile, the tourism industry tries to extract as much value as possible from this final month of the peak season. So if you have decided to take a vacation in autumn, let’s consider when and where it would be best to go in September.

First and foremost, you need to determine the purpose of your vacation. If you don’t seek a tan and instead want to recharge after a busy work year, you can safely head to any European resort before September 20. Starting in October, the Mediterranean region begins to lose its warmth, so the water temperatures will still be suitable for swimming, even if the weather turns cloudy—something you’ll definitely experience at least twice during your vacation in Crimea, Croatia, Bulgaria, or any other country along the southern Black Sea coast.

So, where exactly can you go in September?

In terms of comfort, Cyprus comes top of the list. This island, like New Zealand, has one of the healthiest climates. By September, the heat has subsided, but it’s still far from cold. The average temperature throughout the month is around 29–32 degrees Celsius. The sea is also quite warm (around 26 degrees), and the chances of rainfall are minimal. What more could you ask for for an ideal vacation? Except perhaps for a more active tourist infrastructure… September in Cyprus is considered a full-fledged tourist season.
Cyprus
Famagusta is a port city on the southeastern coast of Cyprus.
Pafoс is the birthplace of the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite.
Second on the list are the Greek islands. The most popular ones, Rhodes and Kos, have similar weather to sunny Cyprus. The only difference is that it’s slightly cooler there since they are located further north. If you decide to visit Greece in late September, bring some warm clothes for evening activities.
Santorini is essentially an island made up of the remnants of a volcanic eruption, covered in solidified lava.
Navagio is considered one of the most beautiful islands in the world.
Crete is the largest Greek island.
Pilos is an ancient city in Messenia.
Halcyonides Peninsula
Third on the list is Turkey. In September, low prices attract tourists there since the peak season for both tourism and temperatures usually occurs in July and August. It’s still quite warm during this time (+29 degrees Celsius), but the sea temperature begins to drop (around 23–26 degrees). Light rainfall is possible, though not torrential downpours; however, cloudy weather might make staying indoors unpleasant. To avoid rain, it’s best to travel to Turkey in the first half of September. The only downside is that Turkish staff may be less enthusiastic due to the end of the high-season period, resulting in slightly lower service quality.
Antalya is the tourist capital of Turkey’s Mediterranean coast.
Izmir is Turkey’s third-largest city.
Coast of Turkey
Rocky Necropolis in Demre.
Pamukkale, also known as the “Cotton Castle”.
The famous Turkish hammam.
Fourth on the list is Egypt. In September, the scorching heat (+40 degrees Celsius) begins to subside, though it’s still warm enough to enjoy outdoor activities. The average air temperature is around 32 degrees Celsius, and the water temperature is +28 degrees. Rainfall is virtually non-existent in September; as October approaches, the weather becomes even more pleasant. And don’t worry about political unrest in Egypt—tourists are never disturbed there, especially these days when the country’s reputation has been damaged.
The Pyramids of Giza.
Abu Simbel Temple, dedicated to Ramses II.
A Bedouin boy.
Aswan, with its Nubian architecture.
Dervishes.
Alexandria is Egypt’s main seaport.
Cairo, the capital of Egypt.
Red Sea beaches.
Egypt is famous for its many diving spots, such as Hurghada, Alexandria, Ras Mohammed, Mars Alam, and Sharm el-Sheikh.
This is what you’ll see if you dive underwater.
Ras Mohammed National Reserve in Egypt.
Finally, on the fifth and last place in our list of the best destinations for September vacations are Morocco and Tunisia. In these countries, the temperature remains fairly pleasant throughout September: around +30 degrees Celsius for the air and +24 degrees for the sea. However, there are two significant drawbacks. First, rainfall becomes more frequent, and second, what can you do on cloudy days in Tunisia? Unfortunately, there aren’t many activities available, so the vacation might turn out to be boring. That’s why Tunisia ranks last on this list.
View of Morocco from above.
Morocco
The Sahara Desert.
The ancient settlement of Shella in Rabat, the capital of Morocco.
Moroccan architectural style.
The Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco.
Festival in Marrakesh.
The traditional Moroccan craft of leather coloring.
Shopping in Morocco.
The city of Carthage (Tunisia) is famous for its ancient ruins.
Tunisian beaches.
The white-and-blue Arab village of Sidi Bou Said.
Ruins of the Forum with the Capitol from the 2nd–3rd centuries AD in Dougga.
At a market in Tunisia.

That seems to be everything we can recommend regarding the most popular vacation destinations among our tourists. Now it’s up to you to make your choice and enjoy a wonderful vacation.