Catania Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Catania has a Mediterranean climate, with warm and sometimes hot summer months and a cool but mild winter period. In winter average daily temperatures are above [] and there may be some precipitation during this period. Summer months tend to be very dry.
Monthly Temperature in Catania
Visitors to Catania can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 15°C (59°F) during cooler months like February.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 23°C (73°F) in August to around 7°C (45°F) during February.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Catania
Generally, Catania experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 607 mm (24 in) yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, January it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 81 mm (3.2 in) of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 8.8 mm (0.3 in) over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Catania Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Catania
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Catania. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 10.5 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.7 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Catania
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 15°C (59°F) in January to 26°C (79°F) in August.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Catania by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Catania.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 76%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 64%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Catania 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Catania
During April, May, June, September, October and November, Catania experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 20 mm (0.8 in) and 75 mm (3 in). Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
