Sicily · July
Best travel monthPeak 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
Peak season — flights and hotels at their annual highest. Book early.
July is one of the best months to visit Sicily — with 12 sunshine hours per day and pleasant highs of 30°C (86°F).
Daytime highs average 30°C (86°F), cooling to 24°C (75°F) at night (daily average: 27°C (81°F)). Peaks reach around 35°C (95°F), the coldest nights around 20°C (68°F). With 12 sunshine hours per day, July is one of the sunniest months — 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain over 1 day. The water is a warm 27°C (81°F) — perfect for snorkelling and swimming.
Pack light summer clothing, sunscreen, and swimwear — beach and water conditions in July are ideal.
Peak season: the theatre in Taormina is full, Mondello beach near Palermo lively, San Vito lo Capo with turquoise water. Heat above 35°C (95°F) in the inland towns.
Packing list for Sicily in July
- Light summer clothes
- Swimwear and beach towel
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is July a good time to visit Sicily?
- Yes — July is one of the best months to visit Sicily (Climate Score: 95/100). Pleasant temperatures (30°C (86°F)), good sunshine (12 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Sicily in July?
- In July, Sicily sees daily highs of 30°C (86°F). Nights cool to 24°C (75°F), with a daily average of 27°C (81°F). Peaks reach around 35°C (95°F), the coldest nights around 20°C (68°F).
- How much rain falls in Sicily in July?
- In July, Sicily receives an average of 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain over 1 rain day. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Sicily get in July?
- Sicily averages 12 sunshine hours per day in July — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Sicily in July?
- Water temperature in Sicily in July averages 27°C (81°F) — ideal for swimming and snorkelling.
