Fethiye or Rhodes in September?
On climate data, Rhodes comes out ahead overall in September. See the per-criterion details below.
FethiyePhoto: Jongleur100 · Public domain
RhodesPhoto: Ввласенко · CC BY-SA 3.0Key figures in September
| Criterion | Fethiye | Rhodes |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 29 °C | 29 °C |
| Average daily low | 19 °C | 24 °C |
| Sea | 27 °C ★ | 26 °C |
| Rainy days | 2 rainy days (est.) | 2 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 7 h/day | 7 h/day |
| Humidity | 51 % | 62 % |
Winner by travel type
Fethiye or Rhodes in September: the short answer
In September, Rhodes comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Fethiye 88/100 vs Rhodes 89/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on September as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Fethiye averages a climate score of 67/100, Rhodes 72/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in September, side by side
The average daily high is about 29 °C in Fethiye and 29 °C in Rhodes — about the same. Average daily lows are around 19 °C versus 24 °C.
On rain, Fethiye sees about 2 rainy days in September and Rhodes about 2. Sunshine is comparable (7 vs 7 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In September the water is about 27 °C at Fethiye and 26 °C at Rhodes — warmer for swimming at Fethiye. Over the year, Fethiye is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August, September, October and November, Rhodes in June, July, August, September, October and November. Peak sea warmth is August for Fethiye and August for Rhodes.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Fethiye records roughly 79 rainy days and Rhodes about 75 — the drier of the two overall is Rhodes. At their sunniest, Fethiye reaches about 10 hours of sun a day (July) and Rhodes about 10 (June). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Fethiye is at its best in May, June, September and October, while Rhodes peaks in May, June, September and October. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the September scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Rhodes scores higher in September (Fethiye 96 vs Rhodes 97).
City breaks: Rhodes scores higher in September (Fethiye 82 vs Rhodes 83).
Active & hiking: both are close (Fethiye 73 vs Rhodes 73).
Family: Rhodes scores higher in September (Fethiye 93 vs Rhodes 94).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In September, Rhodes leads overall and for beach, city breaks and family trips, while the active trips score is effectively tied. Over the year, Rhodes carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority still matters, and the month-by-month pages give you the full picture before you book.