Where is hot in September in Europe? Almost everywhere in the south. September is often called the best month for a European beach holiday: the sea is at its warmest, the scorching heat of August has eased, and the summer crowds have gone home. Here is where to find the best September sunshine.
Temperatures are typical average daytime highs for September.
Where Is Hot in September in Europe? By Country
Greece (around 27–29°C)
The Greek islands are perfect in September, with warm seas and calmer ferries. Crete, Rhodes, Naxos, and Paros are all great choices, and Athens is more comfortable than in midsummer.
Cyprus (around 31°C)
Still properly hot, with sea temperatures around 27°C. Stay connected: Cyprus eSIM
Turkey (around 30–32°C on the coast)
The Turquoise Coast, from Bodrum to Antalya, is warm and beautiful for boat trips and beaches. See our Turkey eSIM guide.
Spain (around 26–30°C)
Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca, the Costa del Sol, and Andalusia stay hot, with festivals and harvest celebrations in wine regions. Stay connected: Spain eSIM
Italy (around 25–28°C in the south)
Sicily, Sardinia, Puglia, and the Amalfi Coast are at their best, with warm seas and quieter towns.
Croatia and Montenegro (around 24–26°C)
Dubrovnik, Split, Hvar, and Kotor are warm and much less crowded than in July and August.
Portugal and Malta (around 25–28°C)
The Algarve and Malta have hot days and warm water, perfect for beaches and coastal walks. Stay connected: Malta eSIM
Where Is Hot in September in Europe? By City
- Seville, Spain: around 31°C.
- Limassol, Cyprus: around 31°C.
- Antalya, Turkey: around 32°C.
- Athens, Greece: around 29°C.
- Palermo, Sicily: around 28°C.
- Valletta, Malta: around 28°C.
- Dubrovnik, Croatia: around 25°C.
Tips for a September Sun Holiday
- Book after the school holidays for lower prices and fewer families.
- Go for the sea, not the heat. Sea temperatures peak in late August and September.
- Watch for storms later in the month, especially in the eastern Mediterranean.
- Stay connected. The egoViet Europe eSIM covers 33 countries, including Greece, Spain, Italy, Croatia, Cyprus, Malta, and Turkey.
Traveling a little later? See where is hot in October in Europe.
FAQs: Where Is Hot in September in Europe
What is the hottest place in Europe in September?
Cyprus, southern Turkey, and Andalusia in Spain, with highs around 30–32°C.
Is September a good time for a beach holiday in Europe?
Yes. The sea is at its warmest, the weather is still hot, and crowds and prices fall after the school holidays.
Where is the sea warmest in September?
The eastern Mediterranean, around Cyprus, Turkey, and the Greek islands, where the water is around 25–27°C.
Is Greece too hot in September?
No. It is warm, around 27–29°C, but more comfortable than July and August.