When to go to Syracuse
April–June and September–October are warm and swimmable. July–August is very hot; winters are mild and rainy, with many Ortigia bars and beach kiosks closed.
Syracuse weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan15°70 mm
- Feb15°62 mm
- Mar18°48 mm
- Apr21°31 mm
- May26°13 mm
- Jun32°9 mm
- Jul36°4 mm
- Aug35°9 mm
- Sep30°54 mm
- Oct25°70 mm
- Nov20°87 mm
- Dec16°82 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C59°F | 7°C45°F | 70 mm | 84% | Cool |
| February | 15°C60°F | 7°C45°F | 62 mm | 83% | Cool |
| March | 18°C64°F | 9°C47°F | 48 mm | 81% | Cool |
| April | 21°C70°F | 11°C52°F | 31 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| May | 26°C79°F | 15°C58°F | 13 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| June | 32°C90°F | 19°C67°F | 9 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| July | 36°C97°F | 23°C73°F | 4 mm | 51% | Very hot |
| August | 35°C96°F | 23°C74°F | 9 mm | 54% | Hot |
| September | 30°C86°F | 20°C68°F | 54 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| October | 25°C78°F | 16°C62°F | 70 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C69°F | 13°C55°F | 87 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| December | 16°C61°F | 9°C48°F | 82 mm | 84% | 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) |
| Syracuse | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Syracuse?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. April–June and September–October are warm and swimmable. July–August is very hot; winters are mild and rainy, with many Ortigia bars and beach kiosks closed.
When is the rainy season in Syracuse?
Rain peaks in November with about 87 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Syracuse?
July, with average highs of 36°C (97°F).
How cold does Syracuse get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 7°C (45°F).
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Sources
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 1.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.