Mount Etna Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Mount Etna: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Mount Etna month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24° | 12° | 10,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| February | 24° | 13° | 6,5 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 27° | 14° | 8,8 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 34° | 20° | 4,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 40° | 26° | 8,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| June | 52° | 37° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 59° | 42° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 55° | 39° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 47° | 33° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 40° | 27° | 4,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 31° | 19° | 4,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 24° | 13° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Mount Etna
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Mount Etna compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Mount Etna.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicily | 54 mi | 60°F | +61°F warmer | 21 in |
| Malta | 131 mi | 69°F | +71°F warmer | 14 in |
| Capri | 198 mi | 63°F | +64°F warmer | 33 in |
| Spiaggia Grande, Positano | 201 mi | 64°F | +65°F warmer | 43 in |
| Pompeii | 209 mi | 64°F | +65°F warmer | 40 in |
Best time to visit Mount Etna
Go in July. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Mount Etna
Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 29°F is 11.3°F below the 40°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Gusts to 53 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near 24°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
At 11.014 ft, air here runs roughly 71°F cooler than the same latitude at sea level.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 65°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 53 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Mount Etna is a mountain in Italy. Mount Etna is a mountain known as Europe's most active volcano. It sits at 11.014 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 24°F (-5°C) in Mount Etna with overcast. It feels like 13°F. Today runs from 24°F to 29°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.7/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Mount Etna is July. The climate is polar. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 59°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 12°F.
Nearby highlights include Sicily, Capri, Spiaggia Grande, Positano and Pompeii.
In plain terms. Today is cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 29°F is 11.3°F below the 40°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in Mount Etna today at 8.9/10. Gusts to 53 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near 24°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Etna?
Mount Etna is a mountain in Italy. Its coordinates are 37.751, 14.9934. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Mount Etna right now?
It is currently 24°F (-5°C) with overcast. Humidity is 89% and wind is 15 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mount Etna?
July offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Etna, which has a polar climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mount Etna in?
Mount Etna observes Europe/Rome (UTC+01:00). The local time is 12:31 AM.
What are the top things to do in Mount Etna?
Popular options include Sicily, Capri, Spiaggia Grande, Positano, Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 12:31 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
