When to go to Catania
April–June and September–October are warm and good for Etna hikes. July–August is hot; winters are mild and wet, with snow on Etna.
Catania weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan15°67 mm
- Feb15°61 mm
- Mar18°51 mm
- Apr22°36 mm
- May26°16 mm
- Jun32°13 mm
- Jul36°7 mm
- Aug36°11 mm
- Sep30°53 mm
- Oct26°70 mm
- Nov20°83 mm
- Dec16°80 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C58°F | 7°C44°F | 67 mm | 83% | Cool |
| February | 15°C60°F | 6°C44°F | 61 mm | 81% | Cool |
| March | 18°C65°F | 8°C47°F | 51 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| April | 22°C71°F | 11°C52°F | 36 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| May | 26°C80°F | 15°C58°F | 16 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| June | 32°C90°F | 19°C67°F | 13 mm | 56% | Pleasant |
| July | 36°C97°F | 23°C73°F | 7 mm | 49% | Very hot |
| August | 36°C97°F | 23°C74°F | 11 mm | 51% | Hot |
| September | 30°C87°F | 20°C68°F | 53 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C78°F | 16°C61°F | 70 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C68°F | 12°C54°F | 83 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C61°F | 8°C47°F | 80 mm | 83% | Cool |
Best months across Italy
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Rome | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Venice | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Florence | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Milan | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Amalfi Coast | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Naples | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Lake Como | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Cinque Terre | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Sicily | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Tuscany | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Positano | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sardinia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Bologna | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Verona | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Pisa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Capri | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sorrento | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Lake Garda | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (31°C) |
| Turin | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Siena | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Puglia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Dolomites | Jan–Mar, Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Taormina | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Palermo | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Catania | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Bari | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Matera | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Lecce | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Genoa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Lucca | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Catania?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. April–June and September–October are warm and good for Etna hikes. July–August is hot; winters are mild and wet, with snow on Etna.
When is the rainy season in Catania?
Rain peaks in November with about 83 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Catania?
July, with average highs of 36°C (97°F).
How cold does Catania get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 6°C (44°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- AMT Catania (public transport)
- Catania Airport (SAC)
- Ferrovia Circumetnea (metro)
- ARNAS Garibaldi
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 2.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.