Geography of Sicily
Geography of Sicily: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Sicily
Mount Etna is 54 mi to the east, Malta is 121 mi to the south, Capri is 204 mi to the north and Spiaggia Grande, Positano is 211 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 37°36′0″N 14°0′55.4″E (37.6, 14.0154)
Quick facts about Sicily
Summary
Sicily is an island in Italy. Sicily is an island known for Etna, Greek temples and street food.
Right now it is 73°F (23°C) in Sicily with clear. It feels like 78°F. Today runs from 72°F to 95°F. Chance of precipitation is 28%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Sicily is June, July, August and September. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 94°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 38°F.
The closest major airport is Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), about 305 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Etna, Capri, Spiaggia Grande, Positano and Pompeii.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 95°F is 4.5°F above the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Sicily today at 9.1/10. Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Sicily 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 | 55° | 38° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 56° | 39° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 59° | 41° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 44° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 75° | 51° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 89° | 61° | 0,7 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 94° | 66° | 0,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 91° | 64° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 83° | 59° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 75° | 53° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 63° | 45° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 56° | 38° | 1,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sicily?
Sicily is an island in Italy. Its coordinates are 37.6, 14.0154. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Sicily right now?
It is currently 73°F (23°C) with clear. Humidity is 79% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sicily?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Sicily, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Sicily in?
Sicily observes Europe/Rome (UTC+02:00). The local time is 2:54 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Sicily?
The closest airports are Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), 305 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Sicily?
Popular options include Mount Etna, Capri, Spiaggia Grande, Positano, Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (islands) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 August 22, 2026 at 2:54 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
