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Modica Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Modica experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to mild weather. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Modica is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in August to a moderate 15°C in February.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 9°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Modica receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 520 mm annually. The seasons in Modica, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 72 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 10 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 5.6 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Modica Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Modica, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 10.8 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.6 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Gela, Italy (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Gela, Italy (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Forecast for Modica

Sun   Dec 22
14°C | 3°C
NW 4 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
12°C | 4°C
W 10 m/s
6.7 mm
partly cloudy and rain

partly cloudy and rain

Tue   Dec 24
12°C | 3°C
NW 7 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Modica in Italy

During the months of May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Modica?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Does Modica have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of May, June, July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Modica?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Modica?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 15°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Modica?
    January tops the wettest month list with 72 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Modica?
    July is the driest month with 6 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Modica?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 325 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.