Those who could not relax in the south in the summer should not worry. September and October are a wonderful time to travel to the Crimea. At this time, the velvet season begins on the peninsula. Rest in Crimea in October has its advantages and many people really like it. Beautiful nature, warm gentle sunshine, an abundance of vegetables and fruits and low prices - this attracts holidaymakers to the peninsula in autumn. Especially there those who like the crush and noisy tourists with children, who find it difficult to survive the sweltering heat, and lovers of hiking will like it at this time.
Why is it worth visiting Crimea in the fall?
1. The velvet season on the peninsula is a very beautiful time. Nature blooms with a riot of colors, many flowers appear, the shelves are littered with fresh vegetables and fruits.
2. This time is ideal for travel and hiking. There are not many people, and the roads are not clogged with cars. The air strikes with freshness, and there is no longer such sweltering heat. You can comfortably ride a bicycle or your car, explore the caves and conquer the mountain peaks.
3. Attract tourists and low prices at this time. A trip to the Crimea in October is cheaper on average by 10-15%. In addition, the cost of living in boarding houses, hotels and private homes is almost halving compared to summer prices. All entertainment, excursions and even food are also cheaper.
4. In October, almost no tourists remain in Crimea. On the streets and beaches are not crowded. And although many bars and restaurants are already closing by the end of the month, it is not a big problem to find where to relax in Crimea in October. Excursions become more accessible, without problems and crush you can get acquainted with the sights.
5. Available in October is also a beach holiday. He is especially liked by those who do not like the sweltering heat and noisy tourists. At the time, the beach is calm and crowded. The sun does not fry, but you can easily tan. The sea is still warm at the beginning of the month, and you can even swim.
6. The velvet season on the peninsula is ideal for improving health. The lack of heat and other weather conditions in October are favorable for diseases of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, high blood pressure and autumn depression.
Weather benefits
The Crimean peninsula is located in the temperate climate zone, so the onset of autumn is felt here. But even in October, in most regions, and especially on the South Bank, it is still warm. September is considered the last summer resort month, but holidays in Crimea in October are also popular. The weather at this time is striking in its diversity, and even weather forecasters hardly predict its whims. The temperature in the first half of the month often rises to 30 degrees, but the next day it can rain and the wind rise. Why do many tourists still like a vacation in Crimea in October? At this time, there is no longer such sweltering heat, the sun is soft, and the sea is still warm. The average temperature on the peninsula this month is 18-20 degrees. And at the beginning of the month it’s still quite warm. In the afternoon, the air warms up to 25-28 degrees, however, the nights become already cold.
The sea in Crimea in October only cools by the end of the month, and in the first weeks it is quite possible to swim. The water warmed up thoroughly over the summer and only by November cools down to 16-17 degrees. Therefore, until the middle of the month you can swim and sunbathe, especially those who do not like the sweltering heat and crush on the beach. And even cloudy days and a drizzle do not spoil the positive sensations of rest. True, having arrived in Crimea in the autumn, you should not rely only on beach vacations, because the weather is unpredictable and can go bad.
Peninsula nature
With the disappearance of the sweltering heat, Crimea is transforming. Nature becomes more attractive, because the grass again acquires a green color, saturated with moisture. Trees are colored in yellow and red tones. The abundance of flowers is also striking; mushrooms appear in the forests. Therefore, a vacation in Crimea in October will be very popular with lovers of active tourism and hiking.
Very beautiful at this time on the coast and in the mountains. A riot of colors, warm weather, silence and solitude attract those who like a relaxing holiday. It is best to travel at this time by bicycle or by car, because almost all tourist tours are already closed by the middle of the month. Hiking is also very popular, especially in the mountains. The weather is just right for them: there is already no intense heat, but still warm. The abundance of vegetables and fruits also belongs to the advantages of autumn holidays in Crimea: market stalls are littered with apples, grapes, melons and watermelons, figs, pears and persimmons ripen.
Sights of Crimea in the fall
Most of the tour desk on the peninsula are still open at this time. Tours are becoming more affordable due to lower prices and an influx of vacationers. Therefore, you can calmly and without problems to see the sights, which Crimea is famous for in October. What is the best place to go at this time?
- The Karadag reserve has earned the title of the most beautiful corner of Crimea.
- The Genoese fortress in Sudak is one of the most ancient structures on the peninsula.
- The Zhur-Zhur waterfall in the Hapkhal tract is very beautiful and powerful.
- In the Chatyr-Dag mountain range there are many karst formations, caves and mines.
- The Massandra and Vorontsov palaces are very beautiful.
- Swallow's Nest - a unique structure on a 40-meter cliff above the sea.
- The ruins of the ancient Greek city of Chersonesos.
- Amazing natural monument Ayu-Dag, called the Bear Mountain.
Improvement in Crimea in the fall
This time is perfect in order to improve your health. Various motels and pensions offer many therapeutic procedures. In addition, the healing sea air and the absence of sweltering heat also have a beneficial effect on health.
You can especially get well in the
sanatoriums of Yevpatoriya or Sak, where there are unique healing mud and water from salt lakes. There you can strengthen the immune system, treat bronchitis and increase efficiency. Healing mud is also on the coast of
Lake Chokrak. In addition, there are many more healing factors that make people visit Crimea in October.
Where to go in the fall?
To avoid difficulties with finding housing, it is better to buy permits, especially since in October there are big discounts on them. The most attractive places to stay on the peninsula:
- Yalta, which is characterized by an abundance of hotels and entertainment; in the fall, there are many festivals, such as "Ball of Chrysanthemums" or "Guitars of the World";
- It is very interesting to visit City Day in Sudak;
- A wonderful vacation in October in Alushta, which is closed by mountains from cold winds;
- There are many museums and interesting places in Sevastopol;
- The unique sights of Bakhchisarai attract tourists to visit Crimea in October.
Vacation Reviews
Most vacationers who fell on the peninsula in the fall call this place graceful. They liked everything: warm gentle sun, calm on the beaches, and even a little cool sea water. Many are surprised to note that they were able to tan well and even swim. Some risk dipping into the sea at the end of October, when the water is already falling to 16 degrees. Everyone likes the abundance of inexpensive fruits and vegetables in the markets, the lack of crush, low prices and mild, warm weather. Of the negative moments, some vacationers note strong winds and a short day - already at 19 pm it is dark and cold. In addition, despite the discounts in hotels and pensions, it is already difficult to find accommodation in the private sector. But still, almost everyone liked Crimea in October. Most reviews repeat that it is best to come to the peninsula at this time.