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Sicily Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sicily, Italy in April.

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Considering a trip to Sicily, Italy this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Sicily in April

Sicily, Italy is a region in Italy. April in Sicily generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Mascali at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Buseto Superiore at 21°C (70°F). At night it cools down to 12°C (54°F) in Buseto Superiore and 11°C (52°F) in Mascali.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Sicily, Italy, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Lampedusa with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Passopisciaro with 91 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

April brings good sunshine to many areas. Palermo sees around 225 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Sicily in April

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Sicily

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Sicily, Italy?

Temperature range in Sicily (April)

Precipitation variation in Sicily (April)

Palermo

In April Palermo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
225 hours
288 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Palermo →

Syracuse

In April Syracuse generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
190 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
3 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Syracuse →

Catania

In April Catania generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
190 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Catania →

Trapani

In April Trapani generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
218 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Trapani →

Taormina

In April Taormina generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
171 hours
207 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Taormina →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Sicily in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Catania 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Palermo 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Syracuse 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Trapani 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Taormina 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Castellammare del Golfo 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Sicily weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sicily, Italy in April?

In April, Sicily, Italy generally has pleasant weather conditions. Palermo sees daytime temperatures near 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to roughly 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in Sicily, Italy in April?

Daytime temperatures in Palermo peak at roughly 19°C (66°F) in April, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does Sicily, Italy get a lot of rain in April?

April is on the drier side in Sicily, Italy. Palermo averages only about 53 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Sicily, Italy?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Palermo, April might be a good time to visit Sicily, Italy. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Palermo. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

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