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USA · Ships call at Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Wettest month, peak hurricane season
September is inside the Atlantic hurricane season. A storm can change a port day or the whole route, so keep your plans here flexible.
Fort Lauderdale in September offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 83°F and comfortable lows near 80°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 5 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Wettest month, peak hurricane season.
Crowds are moderate in September, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during September, with the date each one leaves port.
Southern Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Aug 28, 2027
Key West, Mexico & Cayman
Celebrity Cruises
Sails Aug 29, 2027
Perfect Day Cococay & Caribbean
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Aug 29, 2027
Perfect Day At Cococay & Bahamas
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Aug 30, 2027
Bahamian Cruise From Fort Lauderdale
Disney Cruises
Sails Aug 30, 2027
Bahamas Getaway Cruise
Royal Caribbean Cruises
Sails Sep 3, 2027
Cruises from Fort Lauderdale leave from Port Everglades, about 10 minutes by car from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. That short ride is why many cruisers fly into FLL even when their ship leaves from Miami. Las Olas Boulevard, the beach and the water taxi through the canals are all a short cab ride from the terminals.
The average high temperature in Fort Lauderdale during September is 83°F, with a low of 80°F.
Fort Lauderdale typically sees 5 days of rain in September. Wettest month, peak hurricane season.
For a September cruise to Fort Lauderdale, you should pack lightweight, breathable clothing, swimwear, and sun protection.