Acireale Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Acireale, Sicily, Italy, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) in August, while winters cool to 14°C (57°F) in February.
With around 806 mm (32 in) of annual rainfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. October is the wettest month and July the driest. It also has a distinct dry season from May to August. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 10.5 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Acireale
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to moderate in Acireale. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August to a moderate 14°C (57°F) in the coolest month, February.
Nights vary from 23°C (73°F) in August to around 8°C (46°F) during the colder months.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Acireale
Generally, Acireale has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 806 mm (32 in) of rainfall annually. The climate in Acireale shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in October, the wettest month, with an average of 105 mm (4.1 in) of precipitation over 8 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 12 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day. For more details, please visit our Acireale 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 Acireale
For those who appreciate different seasons, Acireale serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 10.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 3.7 hours of daily sunlight.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Acireale
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 Acireale by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Acireale.
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
Acireale 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Acireale
During the months of May, June, July, August, September, October and November, Acireale enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 29°C (85°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 12 mm (0.5 in) in July to 105 mm (4.1 in) in October. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
