ItalyThe weather in August in Sicily
It's hot in August in Sicily with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 25°C.
August is an awesome month to be in Sicily for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Sicily, Italy. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 42°C in 2022, Sicily reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Sicily is 31°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 18 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in August for Sicily
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sicily. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Sicily | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 30°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 18 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 4 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Sicily with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 24°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 24°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Sicily is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Sicily is based on weather data from Palermo. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Sicily to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Sicily, Italy. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Sicily
Temperature in August in Sicily over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Sicily, Italy. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Sicily
Total precipitation in August in Sicily over the years
Daily UV index in August in Sicily
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Sicily, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Sicily by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sicily. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.