The best time to visit Sicily
For most travellers, the sweet spot in Sicily is May · June · October: 23° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.
Climate through the year
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15° / 8° | Low | $ | Quiet |
| February | 15° / 8° | Low | $ | Fair |
| March | 17° / 9° | Low | $ | Fair |
| April | 19° / 11° | Low | $ | Great |
| May | 23° / 14° | Moderate | $$ | Ideal |
| June | 27° / 18° | Moderate | $$ | Ideal |
| July | 31° / 21° | High | $$$ | Fair |
| August | 31° / 22° | High | $$$ | Avoid |
| September | 28° / 19° | Moderate | $$ | Great |
| October | 24° / 16° | Low | $ | Great |
| November | 20° / 12° | Low | $ | Fair |
| December | 17° / 9° | Low | $ | Quiet |
The year in Sicily
Four broad seasons, and what each one actually feels like on the ground in Sicily.
When to go, depending on what you want
Practical basics
- Region
- Europe
- Local currency
- EUR
- Hemisphere
- Northern (summer in Jun–Aug)
- Yearly range
- 8° – 31°
- Strongest months
- May, June, October
- Good for
- culture · food · beach · adventure
Events in Sicily
- Feb Festa di Sant'Agata — Catania's patron saint feast draws hundreds of thousands to pull a silver reliquary cart through the city for days.
- Mar–Apr Settimana Santa (Misteri di Trapani) — Hooded penitents carry life-size wooden statues through Trapani's streets in a Good Friday procession lasting over 24 hours.
- May Infiorata di Noto — Noto's baroque main street is carpeted with elaborate flower-petal designs for a spring festival each May.
- Jun Taormina Film Fest — International stars walk the red carpet at this open-air festival held in Taormina's ancient Greek theater each June.
Every month in Sicily
A dedicated breakdown for each month — weather, crowds, prices, events and a verdict.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best month to visit Sicily?
For most travellers, the sweet spot in Sicily is May · June · October: 23° avg. high, prices close to the yearly average. Peak season brings the biggest crowds of the year, while the quiet months trade weather for space and value.
What is the cheapest time to visit Sicily?
January — This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year. Save 74%.
When should you avoid Sicily?
August.
What is the weather like in Sicily?
Average highs sit around 31°C with lows near 8°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
