Palermo in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Palermo (June, July, August) averages daytime highs of 29.8°C and lows of 22.0°C, with around 57.9mm of rain across the season (8 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (June, July, August).
In the northern hemisphere, summer in Palermo covers June, July, August.
Summer in Palermo month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 27.2°C | 19.8°C | 30.5mm | 4 | 10/10 |
| July | 30.9°C | 23.0°C | 9.8mm | 2 | 10/10 |
| August | 31.2°C | 23.2°C | 17.6mm | 2 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Palermo in summer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Palermo?
Summer in Palermo rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 29.8°C with 57.9mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Palermo in summer?
Daytime highs average 29.8°C (85.6°F) across June, July, August, with nights around 22.0°C.
What months are summer in Palermo?
Palermo is in the northern hemisphere, so summer covers June, July, August.
See also: best time to visit Palermo · Palermo annual climate · Palermo in spring · Palermo in autumn · Palermo in winter
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Summer in Palermo — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.