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Turks and Caicos in September
What September is really like in Turks and Caicos: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Dwkaminski, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
September is a month many travellers avoid. Expect average highs of 31°C (88°F), lows of 26°C (79°F), about 9 rainy days and roughly 12.2 hours of daylight. Peak hurricane season; some resorts and restaurants close for maintenance and prices are lowest.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 31°C (88°F) / 26°C (79°F)
- Rainy days
- About 9
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea temperature
- 29°C (84°F)
- Crowds
- Very quiet
- Hotel prices
- Lowest
Weather in September
September is the 4th-warmest month in Turks and Caicos: days average 31°C (88°F) against a yearly average high of 30°C (86°F), and nights fall to about 26°C (79°F). Rain falls on roughly 9 of its 30 days. Compared with August (32°C (90°F)), September is about as warm; by October highs stay near 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 September)
- About 06:36
- Sunset (15 September)
- About 18:52
- Daylight
- About 12.2 hours
- Sea
- 29°C (84°F)
Summer (July–August). Hot with lighter winds and warm sea; summer holiday demand and rising storm risk.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, September rates 1 for crowds (the peak is January at 5) and 1 for hotel prices (highest in January). That makes September one of the better-value months to book.
Events in September
September has no major recurring festival in Turks and Caicos, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in September
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Nature · Chalk Sound and Taylor Bay
Chalk Sound National Park
Rent a clear-bottomed kayak or paddleboard in the morning, when the wind is lighter and the water colour is strongest.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Views
- Photo spot
- Active
Beach · Chalk Sound and Taylor Bay
Sapodilla Bay
A small, sheltered bay on Provo's south coast with calm, knee-to-waist-deep water and soft sand, popular with families and locals.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
Historic site · Chalk Sound and Taylor Bay
Sapodilla Hill rock carvings
Climb up in the late afternoon for softer light on the carvings and a view of the south coast, and wear sturdy shoes.
- Time needed
- 30–45 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Views
- Off the beaten path
Beach · Long Bay
Long Bay Beach
A long, shallow beach on the southeast coast where steady easterly trade winds and flat water make Provo's kiteboarding centre.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Active
- Outdoors
The sea averages 29°C (84°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Turks and Caicos.
What to pack
For highs near 31°C, lows near 26°C and 9 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is September a good time to visit Turks and Caicos?
A month many travellers avoid. If your dates are flexible, April–June are better overall. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is September a good time to visit Turks and Caicos?
It is a month many travellers avoid. Peak hurricane season; some resorts and restaurants close for maintenance and prices are lowest.
+How warm is Turks and Caicos in September?
Average highs are around 31°C (88°F) and lows around 26°C (79°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Turks and Caicos in September?
Expect rain on about 9 days of the month.