Island, Italy
Sicily weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sicily
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and good for sightseeing and swimming. Jul–Aug is very hot (35°C+); winter is mild but wet and some coast towns close.
Sicily weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°97 mm
- Feb14°86 mm
- Mar17°74 mm
- Apr20°56 mm
- May24°27 mm
- Jun29°18 mm
- Jul32°7 mm
- Aug32°13 mm
- Sep28°61 mm
- Oct24°91 mm
- Nov20°87 mm
- Dec16°95 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C57°F | 9°C48°F | 97 mm | 82% | Cool |
| February | 14°C58°F | 9°C47°F | 86 mm | 80% | Cool |
| March | 17°C62°F | 10°C50°F | 74 mm | 79% | Cool |
| April | 20°C67°F | 12°C54°F | 56 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C74°F | 15°C60°F | 27 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| June | 29°C83°F | 20°C67°F | 18 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| July | 32°C89°F | 23°C73°F | 7 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| August | 32°C90°F | 23°C74°F | 13 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C82°F | 21°C69°F | 61 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| October | 24°C76°F | 18°C64°F | 91 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C67°F | 14°C57°F | 87 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C60°F | 11°C51°F | 95 mm | 81% | 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 Sicily?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and good for sightseeing and swimming. Jul–Aug is very hot (35°C+); winter is mild but wet and some coast towns close.
When is the rainy season in Sicily?
Rain peaks in January with about 97 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Sicily?
August, with average highs of 32°C (90°F).
How cold does Sicily get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 9°C (47°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Palermo Airport (GESAP)
- Catania Airport (SAC)
- Trenitalia
- ARNAS Civico Palermo
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 1.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.