In Sitges, autumn begins in September. The temperatures start to reduce, but the amount of rainfall increases as the season is pretty much cool and wet. It goes without saying that this may be an ideal season to visit Sitges as it won't be as crowded as it is in the summer. However, one misses out on the numerous summer activities and the excellent weather.
Sitges receives an average temperature of 210 C in September with an average high temperature of 240 C and an average low temperature of 170 C.
The sea is still relatively warm in September as it has an average temperature of 23.20 C.
Sitges also receives an average precipitation of 79 mm in September with rain being received on an average of 8 days throughout the month.
Sunshine levels do decrease in September as the month only receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine.
The whole of the month of September is marked each calendar year for the Sitges' Culture Festival. This is a celebration of the town's culture, and you will find plenty of performances by local musicians. You will also be able to find exhibitions of art by local artists, as well as other ways of expression of the people's rich culture.
The other major festival in this month is the Feast of Santa Tecla referred to by locals as the 'Festa Petita' (small festival) held from the 22nd to the 23rd. St. Tecla is the equivalent of St. Bartholomew who is the patron saint of the town. His festival is referred to as the 'Festa Major' as contrasted to the Feast of Santa Clara.
11th September is the National Day of Catalans and is taken very seriously by the people of Sitges since they are of Catalan descent.
The annual wine making festival is held between the 17th and 18th of the month.
September is also the book month. Throughout the month, you will find all sorts of books on sale in the streets, as well as several book fairs being held.
There are a number of great places to stay in Sitges, but the Hotel Galeon, is one of the best.
