Monthly climate guide
Palermo weather in August
Expect hot weather in Palermo in August: afternoons reach about 32°C (89°F), while nights drop to around 23°C (73°F). Around 17 mm of rain falls over the month (very dry), and skies are mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 4°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 23°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Skies are at their clearest this time of year.
- Plan Palermo Cathedral for the cooler hours — early morning is best.
- Rain is well below Palermo's usual level (around 69% less).
August is typically Palermo's warmest month.
Avg high
32°C
89°F
Avg low
23°C
73°F
Rainfall
17 mm
very dry
Humidity
59%
relative
Sky
19%
cloud · mostly sunny
Palermo weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C / 56°F | 8°C / 47°F | 81 mm | 81% | 69% |
| February | 14°C / 56°F | 8°C / 46°F | 102 mm | 80% | 67% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 9°C / 48°F | 76 mm | 79% | 58% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 11°C / 52°F | 50 mm | 74% | 52% |
| May | 22°C / 72°F | 14°C / 57°F | 32 mm | 71% | 45% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 19°C / 65°F | 13 mm | 64% | 28% |
| July | 31°C / 88°F | 22°C / 71°F | 6 mm | 59% | 15% |
| August | 32°C / 89°F | 23°C / 73°F | 17 mm | 59% | 19% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 20°C / 68°F | 45 mm | 68% | 45% |
| October | 24°C / 74°F | 17°C / 62°F | 84 mm | 74% | 51% |
| November | 19°C / 66°F | 13°C / 56°F | 80 mm | 79% | 62% |
| December | 15°C / 59°F | 10°C / 50°F | 63 mm | 80% | 65% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Palermo?
Our Palermo guide recommends: April to June or September to October — summer heat can be intense.
Try Palermo's street food — arancine and panelle are local staples best eaten straight from a market stall.
Best time to visit Palermo →Other Italy cities in August
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Palermo in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Palermo?
It can be, if you like heat: August highs in Palermo are around 32°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Palermo in August?
Average highs are about 32°C (89°F) and average lows about 23°C (73°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Palermo in August?
Palermo typically gets around 17 mm of rain in August — very dry.
When is the best time to visit Palermo?
April to June or September to October — summer heat can be intense.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Palermo (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.