Sicily is a famous island under the “toe” of the mainland “boot” of Italy. It is a popular tourist destination especially in summer when many schools have breaks. Temperatures and accommodations rates are high at this time of year.

During the winter, temperatures are cool, there are far fewer crowds, accommodations rates are falling, but swimming in the sea is not an option. The months of May to June and September to October are the best times to visit Sicily – the temperatures are pleasant, there are fewer crowds and room rates are reasonable.

Weather in Sicily, Italy

January is the coldest month in Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean. This stunning coastal city sees an average low temperature of 41 F (5 C) while the average high temperature is a chilly 54  F (12  C).

August is the hottest month of the year instead. While the average high temperature is kept constant at 79 F (26 C), the average low temperature is increased by 2 to 66 F (19  C). The beaches of Sicily are beautiful during this time of year, as the sea temperatures are nicely mild at 80 C (27  C).

The historic island of Sicily caters to all kinds of travelers, regardless of the time of year. For example, travelers wishing to explore the city’s best Greek temples will benefit from visiting in May or September, when temperatures are at their best.

The best time to relax by the beach is in August when both sea and daytime temperatures are the best.

Hiking is fantastic from May to June and from September to October thanks to the mild weather, while those who want to get the best deals in the city should plan to visit Sicily in winter. Foodies can attend the Cous Cous Festival in September.

Restaurants

You can expect some delicious meals, especially fresh seafood, but some restaurants are better known for their location and stunning views. You can look forward to an appetizer such as Arancini, Caponata, or Sarde a Beccafico before your first batch of fresh fish, seafood or meat arrives.

Some other tasty things to try include Nocellara del Belice olives, Mazara red prawn, Ribera oranges, tomatoes of Pachino, and grapes. And do not forget to try Cassata, Sicilian pastries made of ricotta cheese and almond paste!

Shopping

Shopping in Sicily is not about buying world-famous products with designer names: it is about buying things that can only be found and bought in Sicily. It is also about outdoor shopping: do not leave Sicily without trying one of the many outdoor markets.

There is an antiques and craft market held on the second weekend of each month in Mascalucia between Catania and Nicolosi. Here you will find unique wooden puppets and colorful ceramics decorated with botanical motifs.

Local organic products such as wine, sun-dried tomatoes, and chickpeas are sold in the historic markets of Palermo.

Guide To the local areas

Sicily is a fascinating island made up of separate areas, each of which is waiting to be explored. Palermo is home to the Norman Palace, the Palace Chapel, the Quattro Canti, and the three historic markets of Ballaro, Capo, and Vucciria.

The west is known for its olives, sea salt, Alcamo and Marsala wine, old windmills, fishing, and the ruins of ancient Greece and Carthage. Central Sicily is an agricultural country with wheat fields, fruit trees, and citrus fruits.

The south is known for agriculture, fishing, vineyards, sheep and ancient castles, and other ancient ruins. There are mountains and hidden villages in the northeast. And in the east, Mount Etna dominates, at the feet of 9,843, the tallest and most active volcano in Europe.

Selinunte Ancient Archaeological Park

Not to miss is Selinunte and its Archaeological Park. The Park is listed as one of the largest in Europe, with an area of 284 Ha.

Its area is divided into four zones (coinciding with the possible itineraries to follow): to the South, the Acropolis and the steep cliffs that they fall into the sea; to the North, the hill of Manuzza, where the city itself was located; to the East, the temples called E, F, and G, possibly dedicated to Hera, Athena (or Dyonisos) and Zeus, respectively; and to the west, the sanctuary of Demetra Malophoros.

The entrance to the park is located at the eastern end, in the vicinity of the temple of Hera.

The Selinunte Acropolis, of which only a small part has been excavated, was an extraordinary defensive complex, with an imposing fortified system of walls, towers, and posterns placed at regular intervals.

Within the fortified enclosure, there were several temples, the best preserved being the one dedicated to Apollo (temple C). It is a hexastyle peripteral sanctuary, of the Doric order, possibly built around 560 BC on top of an earlier building.

It is believed that it must have been the most important religious building in the colony. Some of his metopes (Apollo’s chariot, Perseus and the Gorgon, or Hercules and Cercopi) are in the Archaeological Museum of Palermo.

Where To Stay

Sicily offers a wide variety of accommodation but a villa is the best option to stay in Sicily because it favors relaxation and social distancing from other guests.

Villas accommodation is popular for people who want to live in a resort-like environment. Villas have become one of the highest-quality and most luxurious options for accommodation.

People are looking for more privacy and luxury when they travel, and villas are the perfect option. They offer privacy, luxury, and convenience without sacrificing any of these things.

If you are looking for the best accommodation for your vacation, then you should consider a villa in Sicily.