Catania, Italy experiences average highs of 23°C (73°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 6 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records.
Catania, Italy Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Catania, Italy. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Aug 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.9/10
Best: April, May, June, September, October
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 23°C / 15°C
Feels Like 23°C / 16°C
Rainy Days 6
Rainfall 44 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 71%
Wind Speed 13 km/h
Dew Point 14°C
Hottest Month
33°C
July
Avg Low24°C
Rain1days
Coldest Month
8°C
January
Avg High15°C
Rain7days
Driest Month
1days
July
Avg High33°C
Avg Low24°C
Windiest Month
14 km/h
March (Gusts 32)
Sea Temperature
15°C – 29°C
Warmest water: August (
28.6°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding January, August due to less favorable weather conditions.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:39
Daylight 14.7h
Sunset 20:24
Live conditions—
Catania on the map · live conditions
Catania, Italy
- Continent
- Europe
- Country
- Italy
- City
- Catania
- Population
- 311.6K
- Elevation
- 7 m
- Coordinates
- 37.49°, 15.07°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 20°C
Avg Low 12°C
Rain 6 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 3 days/mo
1/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 8 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 16°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 7 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 15°C / 8°C . Feb: 16°C / 8°C . Mar: 17°C / 9°C . Apr: 20°C / 12°C . May: 24°C / 16°C . Jun: 30°C / 21°C . Jul: 33°C / 24°C . Aug: 33°C / 24°C . Sep: 29°C / 21°C . Oct: 24°C / 17°C . Nov: 20°C / 13°C . Dec: 16°C / 10°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 51 mm. Feb: 60 mm. Mar: 52 mm. Apr: 33 mm. May: 40 mm. Jun: 25 mm. Jul: 9 mm. Aug: 18 mm. Sep: 47 mm. Oct: 70 mm. Nov: 81 mm. Dec: 37 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 78%. Feb: 76%. Mar: 74%. Apr: 72%. May: 69%. Jun: 63%. Jul: 58%. Aug: 62%. Sep: 70%. Oct: 77%. Nov: 79%. Dec: 79%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 13 km/h . Feb: 13 km/h . Mar: 14 km/h . Apr: 14 km/h . May: 13 km/h . Jun: 12 km/h . Jul: 12 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 12 km/h . Oct: 12 km/h . Nov: 13 km/h . Dec: 13 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 8h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 11h. May: 12h. Jun: 13h. Jul: 13h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 7h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 16°C . Feb: 15°C . Mar: 16°C . Apr: 17°C . May: 20°C . Jun: 24°C . Jul: 28°C . Aug: 29°C . Sep: 27°C . Oct: 24°C . Nov: 21°C . Dec: 18°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 3. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 5. Apr: UV 7. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 5. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 3.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 0.6°C (1.1°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 12 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 34°C | Jul · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 9°C | Jan · 8°C |
| Wettest month | Jan 2025 · 137 mm | Nov · 81 mm |
| Windiest month | Nov 2025 · 13 km/h | Mar · 14 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Good March
Good April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June best
Excellent July
Good August
Good September best
Excellent October best
Excellent November
Good December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 8°C | 13°C / 6°C | 7days (51 mm) Good | 7.6h Good | 78% Humid | 3.1 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| February | 16°C / 8°C | 14°C / 6°C | 6days (60 mm) Good | 8.4h Good | 76% Humid | 3.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| March | 17°C / 9°C | 16°C / 8°C | 8days (52 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 74% Muggy | 5.4 High | Good | View Details |
| April best | 20°C / 12°C | 20°C / 11°C | 5days (33 mm) Good | 10.8h Excellent | 72% Muggy | 6.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 24°C / 16°C | 25°C / 16°C | 6days (40 mm) Good | 11.8h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| June best | 30°C / 21°C | 32°C / 23°C | 4days (25 mm) Good | 13.1h Excellent | 63% Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| July | 33°C / 24°C | 36°C / 27°C | 1days (9 mm) Excellent | 13.4h Excellent | 58% Moderate | 8.3 Very High | Good | View Details |
| August | 33°C / 24°C | 36°C / 28°C | 3days (18 mm) Excellent | 12.1h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September best | 29°C / 21°C | 31°C / 24°C | 8days (47 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 70% Muggy | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| October best | 24°C / 17°C | 25°C / 18°C | 8days (70 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 77% Humid | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November | 20°C / 13°C | 19°C / 13°C | 9days (81 mm) Wet | 7.5h Good | 79% Humid | 3.5 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 16°C / 10°C | 15°C / 8°C | 7days (37 mm) Good | 7.2h Good | 79% Humid | 2.8 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Catania are April, May, June, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Catania, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Catania is July, with average daytime highs of 33°C (92°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Catania is January, with average overnight lows of 8°C (46°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Catania is November, averaging 81mm of precipitation across 9 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Catania receives approximately 121 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is July with around 13 hours. Based on climate data for Catania.
The least favorable months to visit Catania are January, August, primarily due to less favorable weather conditions. For the best conditions, consider April, May, June, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Catania is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Catania is 71%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in June, July, August, September, October average 27°C (81°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Catania are 13 km/h (8 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 14 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 32 km/h / 20 mph).
Catania averages 11 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 37%. The clearest skies occur in July.
The annual average dew point in Catania is 14°C (57°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Catania has a Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate, classified as Csa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Catania ranges from 16°C (61°F) to 23°C (73°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
Yes, June is a great time to visit Catania. It earns a climate score of 8.6/10 with Excellent.
For June in Catania, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 30°C (85°F) and 4 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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