Sicily is a coastal area of Italy on the Tyrrhenian Sea, with 53 tracked beaches. The sea here ranges from about 13°C in the coolest month to 26°C at the summer peak, with roughly 5 months a year sitting above 20°C — the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit. Use the beach list below to check the current sea temperature at each spot before you head out.
Sicily
53 tracked beaches in Sicily, Italy, with live Tyrrhenian Sea temperatures.
Sea
Tyrrhenian Sea
Avg sea temp now
17.9°C
Best months
June – October
Best time to swim in Sicily
The sea in Sicily peaks in August, when the water averages around 26°C.
The main swimming season runs from June – October, when surface temperatures stay comfortable for extended sessions.
On average, 5 months a year sit above 20°C — the threshold most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Shoulder months like May and November are noticeably cooler but often quieter, with fewer crowds and steadier weather.
Outside peak season the water drops toward 16°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable.
The coldest month is typically February at around 13°C, when cold-water swimmers dominate the coast.
Sicily sea temperature history
Long-term climatology for Sicily shows an annual mean sea temperature of 19°C, ranging from 13°C in winter to 26°C at the summer peak.
The seasonal swing is roughly 13°C between the coldest and warmest month — a useful yardstick when comparing years or checking whether the current sea is running above or below average.
Recent decades have trended slightly warmer at Sicily, in line with regional sea-surface temperature records for the wider basin.
Monthly averages below are drawn from multi-decadal climatology and are updated as new observations arrive.
Jan
14°C
Feb
13°C
Mar
14°C
Apr
16°C
May
19°C
Jun
23°C
Jul
25°C
Aug
26°C
Sep
24°C
Oct
21°C
Nov
18°C
Dec
15°C
Values are area averages; individual beaches vary by exposure and depth.
Sicily sea temperature: frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month to swim in Sicily?
August is the warmest month in Sicily, when the sea averages about 26°C. Late-season warmth often persists a few weeks after peak.
When is the sea coldest in Sicily?
The coldest month in Sicily is typically February, when the water averages around 13°C. Cold-water swimmers and surfers dominate this period.
When can you swim in Sicily without a wetsuit?
The main swimming season in Sicily runs from June – October — about 5 months a year when the sea sits above 20°C, the level most swimmers describe as pleasant without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit in Sicily?
Outside peak summer the water in Sicily drops toward 16°C, so a 3/2mm shorty or full wetsuit makes long swims much more comfortable. In peak months most swimmers go without.
What is the average sea temperature in Sicily?
The long-term annual mean sea temperature in Sicily is about 19°C, based on multi-decadal climatology of the surrounding waters.
How do I check the current sea temperature in Sicily?
The live reading at the top of this page shows the current sea temperature in Sicily, updated hourly from marine buoy and satellite data. The 7-day forecast covers water, air, waves, wind and UV for the week ahead.
Beaches in the Sicily
Ranked by current live sea temperature.
- 1Marina di RagusaRagusa, Italy18.7°C
- 2Marina di MarzamemiPachino, Italy18.6°C
- 3TonnarellaMazara del Vallo, Italy18.6°C
- 4San Vito Lo CapoSan Vito Lo Capo, Italy18.5°C
- 5MondelloPalermo, Italy18.4°C
- 6Spiaggia dei ConigliLampedusa, Italy18.4°C
- 7Lampedusa Rabbit BeachLampedusa, Italy18.4°C
- 8Arenella SyracuseSyracuse, Italy18.4°C
- 9San LeoneAgrigento, Italy18.4°C
- 10CalamoscheNoto, Italy18.3°C
- 11Vendicari BeachNoto, Italy18.3°C
- 12Lido dei CiclopiAci Trezza, Italy18.3°C
- 13Fontane BiancheSyracuse, Italy18.3°C
- 14Mazara del ValloMazara del Vallo, Italy18.3°C
- 15Fossa di VulcanoVulcano, Italy18.3°C
- 16TonoMilazzo, Italy18.3°C
- 17LetojanniLetojanni, Italy18.2°C
- 18Marina di ModicaModica, Italy18.2°C
- 19Cala JuncoPanarea, Italy18.2°C
- 20Sabbie Nere VulcanoVulcano, Italy18.2°C
- 21Scala dei TurchiRealmonte, Italy18.1°C
- 22Marinella di SelinunteCastelvetrano, Italy18.1°C
- 23Tre FontaneCampobello di Mazara, Italy18.1°C
- 24Cala AzzurraFavignana, Italy18.1°C
- 25La Playa CataniaCatania, Italy18.0°C
- 26Punta SeccaSanta Croce Camerina, Italy18.0°C
- 27Baia di GuidalocaCastellammare del Golfo, Italy18.0°C
- 28Marina di CottoneFiumefreddo, Italy17.9°C
- 29Eraclea MinoaCattolica Eraclea, Italy17.9°C
- 30Torre SalsaSiculiana, Italy17.9°C
- 31SpisoneTaormina, Italy17.8°C
- 32San LorenzoNoto, Italy17.8°C
- 33SalinelleMilazzo, Italy17.8°C
- 34Scala dei TurchiRealmonte, Italy17.7°C
- 35Giardini NaxosGiardini Naxos, Italy17.7°C
- 36San Giovanni Li CutiCatania, Italy17.7°C
- 37CapaciCapaci, Italy17.7°C
- 38Isola BellaTaormina, Italy17.6°C
- 39San Lorenzo BeachMarzamemi, Italy17.6°C
- 40Cala RossaFavignana, Italy17.6°C
- 41San MarcoCalatabiano, Italy17.6°C
- 42Fontane BiancheSyracuse, Italy17.5°C
- 43MazzaròTaormina, Italy17.5°C
- 44FondachelloMascali, Italy17.5°C
- 45Isola delle FemmineIsola delle Femmine, Italy17.5°C
- 46CefalùCefalù, Italy17.5°C
- 47Scopello BeachScopello, Italy17.4°C
- 48Cala MoscheNoto, Italy17.4°C
- 49SampieriScicli, Italy17.4°C
- 50SignorinoMarsala, Italy17.4°C
- 51Capo d'OrlandoCapo d'Orlando, Italy17.4°C
- 52Isola delle CorrentiPachino, Italy17.3°C
- 53Lido BurroneFavignana, Italy17.3°C
Swimming in the Sicily — FAQ
How warm is the sea in the Sicily in November?
The Tyrrhenian Sea off the Sicily averages about 18.0°C in November, based on long-term monthly averages for this coast.
When is the best time to swim in the Sicily?
The Sicily is warmest in August (around 26.0°C) and coldest in February (around 13.0°C). There are typically 4 months a year when the water sits above 22°C.
What is the average yearly sea temperature in the Sicily?
Across all twelve months, the sea in the Sicily averages about 19.0°C.
Do you need a wetsuit to swim in the Sicily?
In peak season (around August, ~26.0°C) most swimmers are comfortable without a wetsuit. Outside summer, when the water drops toward 13.0°C, a 3/2mm to 5/4mm wetsuit is recommended.