Acts 27:13

When a moderate south wind began to blow, they thought they could achieve their purpose; so they weighed anchor and began to sail past Crete, close to the shore.

This describes part of Paul�s third voyage. The ship had taken shelter in Fair Havens harbour, Crete. In September the decision was taken to sail to the haven of Phoenix, a short distance away, because the facilities there were considered better for a winter stay. The risk of adverse weather conditions in the Mediterranean Sea increases in winter. So when a promising day of moderate south wind arrived, they weighed anchor and sailed to Phoenix.