![]() The peak season is however around Christmas. For a map with the route and some really good tips on how to make use of the trade winds, read my article on the Atlantic crossing here (new tab).Ĭaribbean - The Caribbean is said to have two seasons: April and November. It takes just 2-3 weeks to cross the Atlantic. It explains the routes and distance, and the best time to go. If you want to know more about the Atlantic crossing, you should definitely read my previous article here. ![]() Around January, trade winds are at their best. North Atlantic Ocean - The North Atlantic has an active hurricane season running from June to December, with its peak around September. The water, however, is very cold, especially in the first month (June) of the season. But you can sail the coast throughout the year.īaltic Sea - The Baltic has a short sailing season of 3 months, with extra long days and smooth water. United Kingdom - The UK doesn't really have a sailing season, but the racing season runs from Spring - Autumn. The Bora is a katabatic wind, which means it's a high-pressure wind that comes crashing into the Adriatic Sea through the force of gravity. I'll go into more detail on the conditions in the Meds below.Ĭroatia - Croatia's sailing season can be limited by the Bora, a North Eastern wind gust coming in from Russia, which can reach hurricane strength. The Mediterranean - The Mediterranean doesn't really have a storm season, although the weather is most unsettled in late summer when the water and land temperature is highest and the air temperatures drop. Sailing Seasons for Different Destinations Region
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