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Where to go in September

150 European cities, ranked on what September is really like — weather, crowds and fares, from the data.

By ReasonStay editorial team · Updated · How we verify

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Warm, without the crowds: Tenerife, 27 °C · average (1.0× an average month); Lanzarote, 26 °C · average (1.0× an average month); Sofia, 24 °C · average (1.0× an average month). Warmest in September: Seville, 32 °C highs, 3 rain days; Córdoba, 32 °C highs, 3 rain days; Izmir, 31 °C highs, 2 rain days.

September

Warm, without the crowds

Average high 18–28 °C in September and visitor nights at or below an average month for the region (Eurostat). Warmest first.

Majestic view of Mount Teide surrounded by clouds in the Canary Islands. Tenerife Spain. 27 °C · average (1.0× an average month) Barren volcanic terrain of Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote, Spain under vivid blue skies. Lanzarote Spain. 26 °C · average (1.0× an average month) The iconic domes of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral against a clear blue sky in Sofia, Bulgaria. Sofia Bulgaria. 24 °C · average (1.0× an average month) Historic buildings line the river under dramatic clouds, creating a moody urban landscape. Lyon France. 24 °C · quiet (0.7× an average month) People enjoying a sunny day on Las Canteras Beach in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain. Gran Canaria Spain. 23 °C · average (1.0× an average month) Scenic view of Château des Ducs de Bretagne with lush greenery and historic buildings in Nantes, France. Nantes France. 22 °C · average (1.0× an average month) The historic Golden Roof in Innsbruck's old town, showcasing ornate architecture and floral decoration. Innsbruck Austria. 22 °C · average (0.9× an average month) Stunning view of Jet d'Eau fountain with a rainbow over Lake Geneva in Switzerland. Geneva Switzerland. 21 °C · average (1.0× an average month)
September

Warmest in September

Highest average daily high in September (ten-year ERA5 normals), capped at 32 °C.

Explore the ornamental arches and ceilings of Seville's Real Alcázar, showcasing stunning Mudéjar architecture. Seville Spain. 32 °C highs, 3 rain days Striking arches and historical art inside the stunning Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba. Córdoba Spain. 32 °C highs, 3 rain days Serene sunset view over Izmir promenade with ships and people silhouetted against the sea. Izmir Türkiye. 31 °C highs, 2 rain days Discover the historic Street of Knights in Rhodes, showcasing medieval architecture. Rhodes Greece. 30 °C highs, 1 rain days Stunning view of the Alhambra Palace set against a clear blue sky in Granada, Spain. Granada Spain. 29 °C highs, 4 rain days Explore the remarkable architecture of Catania's iconic cathedral in Sicily, showcasing ancient cultural heritage. Catania Italy. 29 °C highs, 7 rain days Detailed view of the Caryatids on the Erechtheion at the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Captures ancient Greek architecture. Athens Greece. 29 °C highs, 3 rain days Aerial shot of Heraklion Natural History Museum showcasing dinosaur models and urban landscape. Heraklion (Crete) Greece. 28 °C highs, 4 rain days
September

Driest in September

Fewest days with at least 1 mm of rain in September, among cities averaging 12 °C or more.

Breathtaking Santorini village of Oia with iconic Greek architecture and flags. Santorini Greece. 1 rain day, 26 °C Scenic view of traditional white homes on a Greek island during daytime. Mykonos Greece. 1 rain day, 26 °C Barren volcanic terrain of Timanfaya National Park in Lanzarote, Spain under vivid blue skies. Lanzarote Spain. 1 rain day, 26 °C Discover the historic Street of Knights in Rhodes, showcasing medieval architecture. Rhodes Greece. 1 rain day, 30 °C Charming coastal view of Ferragudo, Portugal with seagulls soaring over traditional architecture. Faro (Algarve) Portugal. 2 rain days, 27 °C Serene sunset view over Izmir promenade with ships and people silhouetted against the sea. Izmir Türkiye. 2 rain days, 31 °C Charming harbor scene with docked boats and ancient fort in Antalya, Türkiye. Antalya Türkiye. 3 rain days, 33 °C Detailed view of the Caryatids on the Erechtheion at the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Captures ancient Greek architecture. Athens Greece. 3 rain days, 29 °C
September

Lowest fares in September 2027

Lowest fare found in recent flight searches (Aviasales) from London, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Stockholm or New York for September 2027. Fares change daily.

Scenic view of colorful houses along Lake Como with boats and waterfront elements. Como Italy. from €30 · 23 °C A stunning view of the iconic Milan Cathedral with birds flying against a clear blue sky. Milan Italy. from €31 · 24 °C Explore vibrant Piazza San Marco in Venice with its iconic landmarks and lively environment. Venice Italy. from €31 · 24 °C Aerial shot of the iconic St George's Hall and surrounding city architecture in Liverpool. Glasgow United Kingdom. from €32 · 16 °C Aerial panoramic view of Luxembourg City featuring the Abbey of Neumünster and winding river. Luxembourg City Luxembourg. from €32 · 20 °C Intricate stained glass windows inside Sagrada Familia, Barcelona. Barcelona Spain. from €33 · 25 °C Sunlit Roman architectural ruins in Split, showcasing ancient arches and stonework. Split Croatia. from €33 · 26 °C Scenic view of historic stone buildings in Hvar, Croatia with a fortress in the background under a clear blue sky. Hvar Croatia. from €33 · 26 °C

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