AI-generatedSciacca at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 24.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,770 h
- Rain a year
- 529 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 60 m
Climate in Sciacca
Sciacca has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,770 hours of sunshine a year, Sciacca is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Sciacca
The best time to visit Sciacca is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from February to June and from September to December. The wettest month is November with 79 mm of precipitation.
Sciacca through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Sciacca in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 17–24 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days in all
Sciacca in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Sciacca in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 20–28 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Sciacca in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 15–16 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Feb – Jun, Sep – Dec
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 17°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 20°
- Night, 23:00: about 19°
07:1418:32
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:58–07:50 · evening 17:57–18:48
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:48–06:58 · evening 18:48–18:58
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 Sciacca compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 22° at the end. The sea cools from 23° to 21°. The days get 1.1 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 17° | 14° |
| Sea | 23° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Sciacca in October?
In October, Sciacca is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 71 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Sciacca.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 18 min07:14 – 18:32
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 5 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 18 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 43 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %87 %
- Seaweight 25 %73 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %69 %
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 Sciacca
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Sciacca: score 100 against 74. In August, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in August. August has 6 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 74 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 24° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 21° |
| Sea | 22.1° | 24.9° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 10.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 8 | 2better |
| Rainfall | 71 mm | 9 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 5better | 24 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Sciacca month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
18January15° · Sea 15° · 4.8 h
In January, Sciacca is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 64 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in January21February15° · Sea 15° · 5.6 h
In February, Sciacca is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 62 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in February26March17° · Sea 15° · 6.8 h
In March, Sciacca is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 57 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in March36April20° · Sea 16° · 7.8 h
In April, Sciacca is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in April69May24° · Sea 18° · 9.4 h
In May, Sciacca is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 17.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 27 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in May90June28° · Sea 21° · 10.7 h
In June, Sciacca is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in June99July30° · Sea 24° · 11.4 h
In July, Sciacca is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in July100August31° · Sea 25° · 10.4 h
In August, Sciacca is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 9 mm in total. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in August93September28° · Sea 24° · 7.9 h
In September, Sciacca is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 44 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in September74October24° · Sea 22° · 6.5 h
In October, Sciacca is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 71 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in October31November20° · Sea 20° · 5.1 h
In November, Sciacca is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 79 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in November17December16° · Sea 17° · 4.6 h
In December, Sciacca is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 64 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Sciacca.
Sciacca in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Sciacca
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°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 16°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 5 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (7°), the warmest in August (21°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in June and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average in February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 69 days a year, mostly from July to September.
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 | 18 | 15° | 8° | 15.4° | 4.8 h | 10 | 64 |
| FebruaryFeb | 21 | 15° | 7° | 14.8° | 5.6 h | 10 | 62 |
| MarchMar | 26 | 17° | 9° | 14.9° | 6.8 h | 9 | 57 |
| AprilApr | 36 | 20° | 11° | 15.7° | 7.8 h | 7 | 42 |
| MayMay | 69 | 24° | 14° | 17.8° | 9.4 h | 5 | 27 |
| JuneJun | 90 | 28° | 18° | 21.1° | 10.7 h | 2 | 8 |
| JulyJul | 99 | 30° | 20° | 23.6° | 11.4 h | 1 | 2 |
| AugustAug | 100 | 31° | 21° | 24.9° | 10.4 h | 2 | 9 |
| SeptemberSep | 93 | 28° | 19° | 24.2° | 7.9 h | 6 | 44 |
| OctoberOct | 74 | 24° | 16° | 22.1° | 6.5 h | 8 | 71 |
| NovemberNov | 31 | 20° | 12° | 19.6° | 5.1 h | 11 | 79 |
| DecemberDec | 17 | 16° | 9° | 16.7° | 4.6 h | 10 | 64 |
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 in Sciacca
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.8 – 23.3 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Sciacca ranges from 14.8 °C in February to 24.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From December to January 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 23.8 and 26.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.4° | 14.9° | 15.9° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.8° | 14.2° | 15.3° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.9° | 14.3° | 15.5° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.7° | 15.2° | 16.3° | cold |
| MayMay | 17.8° | 17.2° | 18.4° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.1° | 20.2° | 22.0° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 23.6° | 22.7° | 24.8° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 24.9° | 23.8° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.2° | 23.2° | 25.4° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.1° | 20.8° | 23.3° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.6° | 18.6° | 20.7° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.7° | 15.9° | 17.5° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Sciacca
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 6.5 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Sciacca, 58 % 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 in Sciacca: 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, Sciacca has about 8 rainy days with 71 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Sciacca
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 10).
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 and clouds in Sciacca
How breezy and how cloudy Sciacca 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 Sciacca typically peaks at 18 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Nov – Apr.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 43 % of the sky over Sciacca: mostly sunny, with about 6.5 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 and humidity in Sciacca
How often the day gets hot in Sciacca (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, Sciacca has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 24 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
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 Sciacca
Weather for your travel dates
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Sciacca 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.
Sciacca has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 18).
- 33
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 73
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 9.7 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 100
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 10.8 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 74
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 18
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 45 min
- Distance
- 1,880 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.
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Sciacca vs Corleone
In October Sciacca has the better holiday weather (score 74 vs 61). During the day Corleone is 1 °C cooler than Sciacca. Corleone gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Sciacca | Corleone |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 74 | 61 |
| Daytime high | 24° | 23° |
| Sea | 22° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 10 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct |
Through the year
Italy in October: the best places
In October, Sciacca ranks 16 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 3Noto24°83
- 4Ragusa23°82
- 5Syracuse25°23°81
- 6Ponza22°81
- 7Castellammare del Golfo26°23°80
- 8Palermo25°23°80
- 16SciaccaThis page24°22°74
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Frequently asked questions about Sciacca
When is the best time to visit Sciacca?
The best time to visit Sciacca 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 Sciacca?
The sea temperature in Sciacca ranges from 14.8 °C in February to 24.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Sciacca in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.1 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Sciacca?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 21 °C. January is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Sciacca?
The wettest month is November with 79 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 2 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Sciacca get?
Sciacca gets around 2,770 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.4 hours a day; in December there are 4.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Sciacca in?
Sciacca is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Sciacca?
A nonstop flight from London to Sciacca takes about 2 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,880 km.
Which school holidays are best for Sciacca?
Sciacca has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 18). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 33, May half-term 73, summer holidays 100, October half-term 74, Christmas holidays 18.