Which is the hottest month in Sicily?

The hottest time of year in Palermo, Sicily is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with high heat and humidity.

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Q: When is the best time to visit Sicily?

The best time to visit Sicily (Palermo) is June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Sicily?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Palermo, Sicily with 88mm on average. There are normally 12 days in December with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Sicily?

The sunniest time of year in Palermo, Sicily is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 75% of daylight hours; that's 11 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Sicily?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Palermo, Sicily in August when the water temperature reaches 27°C.

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When is the best time to visit Sicily?

The best time to visit Sicily (Palermo) is June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for Sicily (Palermo) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Flight time^✝	3 hours
Time difference	UK +1 hour
Language(s)	Italian
Currency	Euro
Electricity	C + F + L plug (230V)
Driving side	Right

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Which month has the most rain in Sicily?

In terms of rainfall, January is usually the wettest month in Palermo, Sicily with 0mm on average. There are normally no days in January with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Sicily?

The sunniest time of year in Palermo, Sicily is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 0% of daylight hours; that's 0 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Sicily?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Palermo, Sicily in January when the water temperature reaches 0°C.

What is the flight time to Sicily from the UK?

The flight time to Sicily from the UK is typically 3 hours.

What is the time difference between Sicily and the UK?

The time difference between Sicily and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

What is the main language spoken in Sicily?

The main language spoken in Sicily is Italian.

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What is the currency in Sicily?

The currency in Sicily is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in Sicily?

Sicily uses electrical plug type C + F + L (230 Volts).

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They drive on the right side of the road in Sicily.

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