Palermo in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Palermo (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 15.5°C and lows of 9.5°C, with around 207.4mm of rain across the season (26 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Palermo covers December, January, February.
Winter in Palermo month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 16.7°C | 11.0°C | 90.7mm | 10 | 10/10 |
| January | 14.5°C | 8.9°C | 71.8mm | 11 | 10/10 |
| February | 15.3°C | 8.7°C | 44.9mm | 5 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Palermo in winter
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light waterproof layer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Palermo?
Winter in Palermo rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 15.5°C with 207.4mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Palermo in winter?
Daytime highs average 15.5°C (59.9°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 9.5°C.
What months are winter in Palermo?
Palermo is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Palermo · Palermo annual climate · Palermo in spring · Palermo in summer · Palermo in autumn
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Winter 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.