Taormina Weather

Visitors flock to Taormina all year round to enjoy the glorious weather and spectacular scenery of this eastern region of Sicily. The Mediterranean climate brings hot, dry summers and mild winters to the island with temperatures easily rising to a scorching 35°C. Daily sunshine hours are long in Taormina, reaching up to 11 hours in July. Sea temperatures rise to 21°C in the summer making spending the day swimming in the sea or snorkelling under the waves a tempting option for adults and children alike. The climate in Sicily supports citrus fruits, grapes and olive trees, and the autumn harvest brings figs and hazelnuts. Wild flowers start spread over the Sicilian landscape in April after the early spring rains.

 

The mild climate means that autumn and spring is temperate and is a lovely time for a visit to Taormina before the peak season hits and the town becomes more crowded. Temperatures in winter average between 11°C or 12°C, making Taormina a popular winter holiday destination for Europeans. During the peak of summer in June, July and August, the temperatures around the coast can get very high so be sure to bring a high factor sun cream and drink enough water on the hottest days. Light clothing is recommended to protect yourself from the sun.

 

Night time temperatures in the summer rarely drop below 18°C. Throughout winter, night time temperatures maintain around 10-15°C, meaning that eating out in the evenings is a pleasure all year round. Rainfall is very low in the summer, with peak rainfall occurring during from December to March on the island. Snow often occurs in the winter on the mountainous regions of inland Sicily, but the coastal areas will stay warm.