AI-generatedErice at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,590 h
- Rain a year
- 547 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 751 m
Climate in Erice
Erice has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 11 °C. With around 2,590 hours of sunshine a year, Erice is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 10.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Erice
The best time to visit Erice is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to June and from September to November. The wettest month is October with 79 mm of precipitation.
Erice through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Erice in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 14–22 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
Erice in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 27–30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.2 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days in all
Erice in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 16–26 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Erice in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 11–12 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 12°
- Midday, 13:00: about 21°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 16°
- Night, 23:00: about 14°
07:1718:34
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:01–07:52 · evening 17:58–18:50
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:50–07:01 · evening 18:50–19:00
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Erice compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 23° at the start of the month to 19° at the end. The sea cools from 24° to 21°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 23° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 12° | 8° |
| Sea | 24° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Erice in October?
In October, Erice is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 79 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Erice.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 17 min07:17 – 18:34
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 44 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %38 %
- Seaweight 25 %79 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %53 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %66 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Erice
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Erice: score 100 against 57. In July, days are 9 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in July. July has 8 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 57 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 21° | 30° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 16° |
| Sea | 22.5° | 25.5° |
| Sunshine | 6.2 h | 10.7 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 9 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 79 mm | 3 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 1better | 2 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Erice month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
15January11° · Sea 15° · 4.2 h
In January, Erice is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 59 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in January19February11° · Sea 15° · 5.2 h
In February, Erice is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 61 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in February23March14° · Sea 15° · 6.3 h
In March, Erice is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 14.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 58 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in March29April17° · Sea 16° · 7.4 h
In April, Erice is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in April61May22° · Sea 18° · 8.9 h
In May, Erice is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 18.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 33 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in May93June27° · Sea 22° · 10.1 h
In June, Erice is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in June100July30° · Sea 26° · 10.7 h
In July, Erice is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in July100August30° · Sea 27° · 9.8 h
In August, Erice is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 26.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 9.8 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. On about 15 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in August89September26° · Sea 25° · 7.3 h
In September, Erice is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 25.1 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 51 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in September57October21° · Sea 23° · 6.2 h
In October, Erice is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 79 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in October25November16° · Sea 20° · 4.8 h
In November, Erice is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 70 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in November14December12° · Sea 17° · 4.1 h
In December, Erice is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 61 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Erice.
Erice in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Erice
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 10°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (1°), the warmest in August (16°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from July to August. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from November to April, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15 | 11° | 1° | 15.2° | 4.2 h | 11 | 59 |
| FebruaryFeb | 19 | 11° | 1° | 14.6° | 5.2 h | 10 | 61 |
| MarchMar | 23 | 14° | 3° | 14.7° | 6.3 h | 10 | 58 |
| AprilApr | 29 | 17° | 5° | 15.7° | 7.4 h | 8 | 45 |
| MayMay | 61 | 22° | 9° | 18.3° | 8.9 h | 6 | 33 |
| JuneJun | 93 | 27° | 13° | 22.1° | 10.1 h | 3 | 12 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 30° | 16° | 25.5° | 10.7 h | 1 | 3 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 30° | 16° | 26.6° | 9.8 h | 3 | 16 |
| SeptemberSep | 89 | 26° | 14° | 25.1° | 7.3 h | 8 | 51 |
| OctoberOct | 57 | 21° | 10° | 22.5° | 6.2 h | 9 | 79 |
| NovemberNov | 25 | 16° | 6° | 19.6° | 4.8 h | 11 | 70 |
| DecemberDec | 14 | 12° | 3° | 16.7° | 4.1 h | 11 | 61 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Erice
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.3 – 23.3 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Erice ranges from 14.6 °C in February to 26.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From October to March the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 25.5 and 27.7 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.2° | 14.7° | 15.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.6° | 13.9° | 15.3° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.7° | 14.1° | 15.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.7° | 15.1° | 16.3° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.3° | 17.5° | 19.3° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.1° | 21.2° | 23.6° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.5° | 24.2° | 26.6° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.6° | 25.5° | 27.7° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.1° | 23.7° | 26.4° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.5° | 21.3° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.6° | 18.1° | 20.6° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.7° | 15.9° | 17.6° | cold |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Erice
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.2 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Erice, 55 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Erice: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Erice has about 9 rainy days with 79 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Erice
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 30 min
- Fair skin
- about 35 min
- Light brown skin
- about 50 min
- Olive skin
- about 65 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Erice
How breezy and how cloudy Erice is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Erice typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 44 % of the sky over Erice: mostly sunny, with about 6.2 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Erice
How often the day gets hot in Erice (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Erice has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 21 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Erice
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Erice in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Erice has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15).
- 27
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
- 67
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.1 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.1 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 57
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 15
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 12 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 40 min
- Distance
- 1,810 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Italy
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Italian
- Sockets
- Type C, F, L · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +39
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Erice vs Trapani
In October Trapani has the better holiday weather (score 77 vs 57). During the day Trapani is 4 °C warmer than Erice. The sea is about equally warm. Trapani gets one more hour of sunshine a day.
| in October | Erice | Trapani |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 57 | 77 |
| Daytime high | 21° | 25° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 9 | 8 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
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Italy in October: the best places
In October, Erice ranks 31 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Lampedusa25°24°87
- 2Catania26°23°84
- 3Noto24°83
- 4Ragusa23°82
- 5Syracuse25°23°81
- 6Ponza22°81
- 7Castellammare del Golfo26°23°80
- 8Palermo25°23°80
- 31EriceThis page21°23°57
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Frequently asked questions about Erice
When is the best time to visit Erice?
The best time to visit Erice is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Erice?
The sea temperature in Erice ranges from 14.6 °C in February to 26.6 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Erice in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Erice?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 16 °C. January is the coolest month at 11 °C.
When does it rain most in Erice?
The wettest month is October with 79 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 3 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Erice get?
Erice gets around 2,590 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 10.7 hours a day; in December there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Erice in?
Erice is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Erice?
A nonstop flight from London to Erice takes about 2 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,810 km.
Which school holidays are best for Erice?
Erice has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 15). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 27, May half-term 67, summer holidays 100, October half-term 57, Christmas holidays 15.