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Rhine River cruises in September
Wine festival season: towns along the Rhine and Moselle hold weekend celebrations, the Bernkastel festival draws crowds early in the month and Rhine in Flames finishes at Oberwesel and St. Goar. Temperatures settle around 70°F (21°C), but watch for low-water updates after a dry summer.
- Best time to go
- Avg high 67°F
- 13 hrs daylight
Photo: Jörg Braukmann, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Rhine River in September: Best time to go
Wine festival season: towns along the Rhine and Moselle hold weekend celebrations, the Bernkastel festival draws crowds early in the month and Rhine in Flames finishes at Oberwesel and St. Goar. Temperatures settle around 70°F (21°C), but watch for low-water updates after a dry summer.
Across Rhine River cruise ports, September brings average highs around 67°F (19°C) and lows near 55°F, with about 3 inches of rain over the month and roughly 13 hours of daylight.
- Verdict
- Best time to go
- Season
- Late March to December; tulip cruises in spring, Christmas markets from late November
- Average high / low
- 67°F / 55°F
- Rainfall (month)
- 3 in
- Daylight
- About 13 hours
- Typical cruise length
- 7 nights Amsterdam–Basel; 9–12 nights with the Moselle or the Main
What to pack: warm-weather clothes with layers: shorts and light pants, a sweater or light jacket for breezy evenings on deck, and comfortable walking shoes.
How September compares with the rest of the year
- Jan: No regular sailings
- Feb: No regular sailings
- Mar: Shoulder season
- Apr: Good time to go
- May: Best time to go
- Jun: Best time to go
- Jul: Good time to go
- Aug: Good time to go
- Sep: Best time to go
- Oct: Good time to go
- Nov: Good time to go
- Dec: Best time to go
- No regular sailings
- Shoulder season
- Good time to go
- Best time to go
Rhine River weather in September
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 436 | 457 | 499 | 5412 | 6217 | 6820 | 7021 | 7222 | 6719 | 5915 | 5010 | 457 |
| Low °F (°C) | 362 | 362 | 383 | 426 | 4910 | 5613 | 5915 | 6015 | 5513 | 4910 | 426 | 394 |
| Rain in (mm) | 3.281 | 2.871 | 2.359 | 1.949 | 2.358 | 2.768 | 2.768 | 2.872 | 3.075 | 3.282 | 3.487 | 3.179 |
| Daylight (hrs) | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 8 |
September weather port by port
| Port | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amsterdam | 67°F | 55°F | 3.0 in | 13 h |
Average daily highs and lows, 2015–2024, from NASA POWER, adjusted to sea level. Rain is the average monthly total.
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Rhine River in September: FAQs
Is September a good time to cruise Rhine River?
Yes, it's one of the best months. Wine festival season: towns along the Rhine and Moselle hold weekend celebrations, the Bernkastel festival draws crowds early in the month and Rhine in Flames finishes at Oberwesel and St. Goar. Temperatures settle around 70°F (21°C), but watch for low-water updates after a dry summer.
What is the weather like on a Rhine River cruise in September?
Across Rhine River cruise ports, September brings average highs around 67°F (19°C) and lows near 55°F, with about 3 inches of rain over the month and roughly 13 hours of daylight. Conditions vary from port to port and day to day.
What should I pack for a Rhine River cruise in September?
Pack warm-weather clothes with layers: shorts and light pants, a sweater or light jacket for breezy evenings on deck, and comfortable walking shoes. Check your cruise line's dress code for evenings.
When is the best time to cruise Rhine River?
Late March to December; tulip cruises in spring, Christmas markets from late November. The best months are usually May, June, September, December.
Where else can I cruise in September?
September is also a top month for Hawaii, Canada & New England, Pacific Coastal, Mediterranean, Western Mediterranean.
Updated November 2026 by the BookMyDreamCruise editorial team. How we research and fact-check.
Sources: NASA POWER climate data.