Destination guide
Taormina weather by month
June, July and August are the strongest choices for warm, sunny weather in Taormina. July and August bring daytime averages of 28°C, while June is gentler at 25°C with a sea temperature of 22°C. Choose July for the driest conditions, or June if you prefer less heat. May suits time outdoors better than long swims; September and October keep warmer seas but bring a greater chance of rain. Winter is better suited to flexible plans than beach days.
- Hottest month
- 28.2°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 11.9°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 26.3°CAugust
- Flight from London
- 3 h 6 minShort-haul (up to 4.5 h) · estimated
Taormina, month by month
Month-by-month detail pages exist for our most searched destinations; for Taormina the 12-month table below carries the full picture.
A little perspective
Taormina through the year
Every month at a glance; "best" marks our three top months on warmth, dryness and sunshine.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.9°C | 7.1°C | 15.2°C | 4.6 | 102 | 13 | 0% |
| February | 12.1°C | 6.8°C | 14.4°C | 5.3 | 95 | 12 | 0% |
| March | 13.9°C | 8.2°C | 14.5°C | 6.2 | 87 | 12 | 0% |
| April | 16.1°C | 10.2°C | 15.4°C | 7.0 | 73 | 10 | 0% |
| May | 20.3°C | 14.0°C | 17.8°C | 8.8 | 40 | 6 | 6% |
| Junebest | 24.9°C | 18.3°C | 21.5°C | 11.1 | 24 | 4 | 47% |
| Julybest | 27.8°C | 21.1°C | 24.8°C | 13.0 | 11 | 2 | 87% |
| Augustbest | 28.2°C | 21.9°C | 26.3°C | 11.6 | 23 | 4 | 93% |
| September | 24.1°C | 18.9°C | 25.2°C | 7.7 | 100 | 10 | 36% |
| October | 20.5°C | 15.7°C | 22.7°C | 5.7 | 143 | 12 | 3% |
| November | 16.5°C | 11.8°C | 19.6°C | 4.6 | 122 | 13 | 0% |
| December | 13.1°C | 8.6°C | 16.8°C | 4.3 | 109 | 13 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
Best months here
On warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, start with these.
When to go to Taormina
For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: July, August. October is the wettest month (143 mm, about 12 rainy days) and July the driest (11 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 26.3°C and coolest in February at 14.4°C.
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA, 47 km from Taormina) takes roughly 3 h 6 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Europe/Rome.
Records and extremes, 1991-2020
The hottest day recorded in Taormina between 1991 and 2020 reached 38.6°C on 6 August 2017; the coldest fell to -0.3°C on 31 January 1999. In August one day in ten tops 31.2°C and about 22% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 4.5°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was October 2018 with 508 mm, against a October average of 143 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Taormina
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:14 | 17:02 | 9.8 h | 4.6 h |
| February | 06:50 | 17:36 | 10.8 h | 5.3 h |
| March | 06:10 | 18:06 | 11.9 h | 6.2 h |
| April | 06:24 | 19:34 | 13.2 h | 7.0 h |
| May | 05:49 | 20:02 | 14.2 h | 8.8 h |
| June | 05:36 | 20:23 | 14.8 h | 11.1 h |
| July | 05:49 | 20:21 | 14.5 h | 13.0 h |
| August | 06:14 | 19:52 | 13.6 h | 11.6 h |
| September | 06:41 | 19:07 | 12.4 h | 7.7 h |
| October | 07:07 | 18:22 | 11.2 h | 5.7 h |
| November | 06:39 | 16:48 | 10.1 h | 4.6 h |
| December | 07:07 | 16:41 | 9.6 h | 4.3 h |
December to April: cool evenings and changeable days
Winter suits travellers who are happy to dress in layers and work around rain. December averages 13°C by day, while January and February sit at 12°C, with nights around 7°C in both months. A jacket and waterproof outer layer are more useful than beachwear, and the cool sea makes swimming a less inviting prospect. March brings a modest lift to 14°C, but rain remains frequent enough to keep outdoor plans flexible. April feels more comfortable for walking at 16°C, with longer sunshine hours, though evenings still call for a layer. It is a gradual improvement rather than an early start to reliably warm beach weather.
May to August: choose between gentler warmth and swimming weather
May is a good fit if you want comfortable days outdoors without the strongest summer heat. Daytime averages reach 20°C and rain becomes less frequent, but the sea at 18°C may feel brisk. June offers a clearer shift towards swimming weather, with the sea reaching 22°C and plenty of sunshine. July is the driest choice, averaging 2 rain days, and its long sunny spells favour outdoor plans. July and August both average 28°C by day, so leave room for shade at midday rather than planning constant activity. August has the warmest sea at 26°C, while nights averaging 22°C offer limited relief from the warmth.
September to November: warm seas, but more rain
September is a useful compromise if swimming matters but you prefer less daytime heat: the air averages 24°C and the sea stays at 25°C. The catch is the rise to 10 rain days, so a holiday built entirely around dry weather is a less secure bet than in summer. October still offers mild days at 20°C and a sea temperature of 23°C, but it is the wettest month overall; pack a waterproof and keep plans adaptable. November is a weaker choice for a weather-led break. Days ease to 16°C, sunshine is more limited, and frequent rain makes layers and flexible outdoor plans more important than swimming gear.
A little more detail
Taormina weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Taormina?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Taormina are July, August and June. August is the hottest month (average high 28.2°C) and January the coolest (11.9°C).
How many months a year is Taormina over 25°C?
2 months in Taormina average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 6 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Taormina?
October is the wettest month in Taormina (143 mm on average) and July the driest (11 mm). Annual rainfall averages 929 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Taormina?
The hottest day recorded in Taormina between 1991 and 2020 reached 38.6°C on 6 August 2017; the coldest fell to -0.3°C on 31 January 1999. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
When is the sea warmest in Taormina?
August has the warmest sea, averaging 26°C. July and September are close behind at 25°C. September suits swimmers who prefer less heat on land, although rain is more frequent than in July or August.
Which month is best for avoiding rain?
July is the strongest choice, with an average of 2 rain days and the lowest rainfall. June and August each average 4 rain days. These are good months for outdoor plans, though dry weather is not guaranteed.
Is May or October better for a holiday?
Choose May for a better chance of dry, sunny time outdoors, or October for warmer water. Both average 20°C by day, but May has 6 rain days compared with October's 12. The sea averages 18°C in May and 23°C in October.
See also: Italy weather by month · where else is hot in August
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Taormina. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 3.4 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C