AI-generatedUstica at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 32°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 27.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,760 h
- Rain a year
- 532 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 49 m
Climate in Ustica
Ustica has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while February is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,760 hours of sunshine a year, Ustica is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Ustica
The best time to visit Ustica 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 October to June. The wettest month is November with 86 mm of precipitation.
Ustica through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Ustica in spring
Mar – May
Fair
- 17–23 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 8.0 h of sun a day
- 18 rainy days in all
Ustica in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–32 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days in all
Ustica in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 20–28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Ustica in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 15–17 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – Jun
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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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 20°
- Midday, 13:00: about 24°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 24°
- Evening, 20:00: about 22°
- Night, 23:00: about 21°
07:1518:31
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 06:59–07:51 · evening 17:55–18:47
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:48–06:59 · evening 18:47–18:57
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 Ustica 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 24° to 21°. The days get 1.2 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 20° | 17° |
| Sea | 24° | 21° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.7 h |
What is the weather like in Ustica in October?
In October, Ustica is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 78 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ustica.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 16 min07:15 – 18:31
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 9 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 25 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 42 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %92 %
- Seaweight 25 %81 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %60 %
- 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
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Ustica
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 Ustica: score 100 against 78. In July, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 3 °C warmer in July. July has 7 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in July.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 78 | 100better |
| Daytime high | 25° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 24° |
| Sea | 22.7° | 26.1° |
| Sunshine | 6.6 h | 11.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 8 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 78 mm | 3 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 9better | 28 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Ustica month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
17January15° · Sea 15° · 4.7 h
In January, Ustica is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 64 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ustica.
Ustica in January23February15° · Sea 15° · 5.8 h
In February, Ustica is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 54 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ustica.
Ustica in February27March17° · Sea 15° · 6.9 h
In March, Ustica is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 48 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 30 km/h. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ustica.
Ustica in March35April19° · Sea 16° · 7.8 h
In April, Ustica is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 30 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ustica.
Ustica in April71May23° · Sea 19° · 9.4 h
In May, Ustica is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 21 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Ustica.
Ustica in May95June28° · Sea 23° · 10.3 h
In June, Ustica is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Ustica.
Ustica in June100July31° · Sea 26° · 11.2 h
In July, Ustica is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 22 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 Ustica.
Ustica in July96August32° · Sea 27° · 10.3 h
In August, Ustica is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 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 Ustica.
Ustica in August93September28° · Sea 25° · 8.1 h
In September, Ustica is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 55 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Ustica.
Ustica in September78October25° · Sea 23° · 6.6 h
In October, Ustica is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 78 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Ustica.
Ustica in October34November20° · Sea 20° · 5.1 h
In November, Ustica is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.8 °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 86 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ustica.
Ustica in November15December17° · Sea 17° · 4.4 h
In December, Ustica is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 76 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 33 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Ustica.
Ustica in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Ustica
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 9 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (10°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and from October to November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 104 days a year, mostly from June 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 | 17 | 15° | 11° | 15.1° | 4.7 h | 10 | 64 |
| FebruaryFeb | 23 | 15° | 10° | 14.5° | 5.8 h | 9 | 54 |
| MarchMar | 27 | 17° | 12° | 14.6° | 6.9 h | 8 | 48 |
| AprilApr | 35 | 19° | 14° | 15.8° | 7.8 h | 6 | 30 |
| MayMay | 71 | 23° | 17° | 18.7° | 9.4 h | 4 | 21 |
| JuneJun | 95 | 28° | 21° | 22.7° | 10.3 h | 2 | 8 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 31° | 24° | 26.1° | 11.2 h | 1 | 3 |
| AugustAug | 96 | 32° | 24° | 27.1° | 10.3 h | 2 | 11 |
| SeptemberSep | 93 | 28° | 22° | 25.4° | 8.1 h | 7 | 55 |
| OctoberOct | 78 | 25° | 19° | 22.7° | 6.6 h | 8 | 78 |
| NovemberNov | 34 | 20° | 15° | 19.8° | 5.1 h | 11 | 86 |
| DecemberDec | 15 | 17° | 12° | 16.7° | 4.4 h | 11 | 76 |
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 Ustica
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.7 – 23.7 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Ustica ranges from 14.5 °C in February to 27.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 26.0 and 28.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.1° | 14.4° | 15.7° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.5° | 13.8° | 15.2° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.6° | 14.0° | 15.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.8° | 15.1° | 16.4° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.7° | 17.9° | 19.6° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.7° | 21.8° | 24.5° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 26.1° | 24.7° | 27.7° | warm |
| AugustAug | 27.1° | 26.0° | 28.1° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 25.4° | 24.2° | 26.5° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 22.7° | 21.7° | 23.7° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.8° | 18.4° | 20.8° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.7° | 15.9° | 17.6° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Ustica
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 6.6 of 11.3 hours of daylight in Ustica, 58 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 1 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Ustica: 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, Ustica has about 8 rainy days with 78 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Ustica
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · 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 40 min
- Light brown skin
- about 55 min
- Olive skin
- about 70 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 Ustica
How breezy and how cloudy Ustica 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 Ustica typically peaks at 25 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate 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: Sep – Jun.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 42 % of the sky over Ustica: mostly sunny, with about 6.6 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 Ustica
How often the day gets hot in Ustica (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, Ustica has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 25 °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 Ustica
Weather for your travel dates
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Ustica 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.
Ustica has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 16).
- 33
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 7.5 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 76
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 9.6 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 97
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 78
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 25 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 16
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 40 min
- Distance
- 1,770 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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Ustica vs Palermo
In October the holiday weather in Ustica and Palermo is about equally good (score 78 vs 79). During the day it is about as warm in Palermo as in Ustica. The sea is about equally warm. Palermo gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Ustica | Palermo |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 78 | 79 |
| Daytime high | 25° | 25° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 9 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Apr – Jun |
Through the year
Italy in October: the best places
In October, Ustica ranks 8 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 2Noto24°83
- 3Ragusa23°82
- 4Ponza22°81
- 5Syracuse25°23°81
- 6Palermo25°23°80
- 7Castellammare del Golfo26°23°80
- 8UsticaThis page25°23°78
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Frequently asked questions about Ustica
When is the best time to visit Ustica?
The best time to visit Ustica 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 Ustica?
The sea temperature in Ustica ranges from 14.5 °C in February to 27.1 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Ustica in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 22.7 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Ustica?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 24 °C. February is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Ustica?
The wettest month is November with 86 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 3 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Ustica get?
Ustica gets around 2,760 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.2 hours a day; in December there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Ustica in?
Ustica is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Ustica?
A nonstop flight from London to Ustica takes about 2 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,770 km.
Which school holidays are best for Ustica?
Ustica has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 97) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 16). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 33, May half-term 76, summer holidays 97, October half-term 78, Christmas holidays 16.