Sicily · October
Low seasonItaly · Europe
Max Temp
23.7°C
Min Temp
17.8°C
Sunshine
6.8 h/day
Rain Days
5 days
Water Temp
22.8°C
Rainfall
143.5 mm
Humidity
71%
Avg Temp
21°C
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
October is an acceptable travel month for Sicily — conditions are fine, though June, July, August, and September offer even better weather.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 24°C, cooling to 18°C at night (daily average: 21°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 5 rain days with 144 mm total. Sea temperature is 23°C — pleasantly warm for long swim sessions.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Goldener Herbst: Weinlese, Olivenernte, die Tempel von Agrigento im herbstlichen Licht. Temperaturen ideal für die Insel.
Packing list for Sicily in October
- T-Shirts und kurze Hosen
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Sicily?
- October is not an optimal month for Sicily (Score: 64/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Sicily in October?
- In October, Sicily sees daily highs of 24°C. Nights cool to 18°C, with a daily average of 21°C.
- How much rain falls in Sicily in October?
- In October, Sicily receives an average of 144 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Sicily get in October?
- Sicily averages 7 sunshine hours per day in October — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Sicily in October?
- Water temperature in Sicily in October averages 23°C — pleasantly warm for swim sessions.
