Sicily · April
Low seasonItaly · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 15° (59°)12– (54–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)11– (52–)21 (70) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)27 (81) | 23° (73°)18– (64–)30 (86) | 27° (81°)21– (70–)36 (97) | 30° (86°)26– (79–)35 (95) | 30° (86°)27– (81–)37 (99) | 28° (82°)23– (73–)33 (91) | 24° (75°)20– (68–)30 (86) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)26 (79) | 17° (63°)13– (55–)20 (68) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 10° (50°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)14 (57) | 13° (55°)9– (48–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)12– (54–)20 (68) | 21° (70°)16– (61–)24 (75) | 24° (75°)20– (68–)26 (79) | 24° (75°)20– (68–)27 (81) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 18° (64°)14– (57–)22 (72) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h | 7h | 7h | 9h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 11h | 9h | 7h | 6h | 5h |
🌊Water Temp | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 17° (63°) | 20° (68°) | 24° (75°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 26° (79°) | 23° (73°) | 20° (68°) | 17° (63°) |
🌧Rain Days | 5d35mm (1.4") | 4d44mm (1.7") | 6d44mm (1.7") | 3d17mm (0.7") | 3d27mm (1.1") | 1d7mm (0.3") | 1d9mm (0.4") | 2d16mm (0.6") | 3d25mm (1.0") | 5d64mm (2.5") | 8d74mm (2.9") | 7d60mm (2.4") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
April in Sicily at 19°C (66°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, September, and October.
Daytime highs average 19°C (66°F), cooling to 13°C (55°F) at night (daily average: 16°C (61°F)). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 17 mm (0.7 in) total. At 17°C (63°F), the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Spring: almond and lemon trees in blossom, the temple of Selinunte in a sea of poppies. Palermo and Taormina still without the summer crowds, and ideal conditions for climbing Etna.
Packing list for Sicily in April
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Sicily?
- April is not an optimal month for Sicily (Score: 71/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Sicily in April?
- In April, Sicily sees daily highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to 13°C (55°F), with a daily average of 16°C (61°F). Peaks reach around 27°C (81°F), the coldest nights around 9°C (48°F).
- How much rain falls in Sicily in April?
- In April, Sicily receives an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Sicily get in April?
- Sicily averages 9 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Sicily in April?
- Water temperature in Sicily in April averages 17°C (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
