Best time to visit Sicily
Best time of year to visit Sicily
The best time to visit Sicily is the period from spring to early summer. During this season the rates are still not so high, and the weather is pleasant, no matter what you choose—lazing on a beach, walking around Etna or sightseeing. With the beginning of summer season, crowds of tourists arrive, but the weather is gorgeous, and you can celebrate the Festino di Santa Rosalia in July.
September through October is another crowded season on the island when the sea remains warm, and the temperatures are ideal for sightseeing or admiring the Feast of Archangel Michael. Chilly wintertime is entirely for foodies–Ragusano cheese or sea urchins are there for you.
7 THINGS TO DO IN SICILY (SEPTEMBER 27 - OCTOBER 06)
Bronte Pistachio Season
When visiting Sicily, don't miss the opportunity to try "green gold"—pistachios
The Feast of Archangel Michael
The celebration in honour of St. Michael offers spectacular events and fireworks
Beach Season
The warm Sicilian climate offers warmth up to seven months a year!
Scala dei Turchi
The large chalk cliff lures tourists and photographers to the azure coast
Grape Harvest
Sicilian wines are famous for their distinctive strong taste
Sicilian Chestnuts
Days can be still warm in October, but night are getting colder, which means the beginning chestnut season!
Kitesurfing and Windsurfing
Sicily boasts lots of excellent spots of kitesurfing and windsurfing
18 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
La Sciuta di San Sebastiano
out of rangeThe celebration of San Sebastiano in Sicily can easily top every patron saint festival in the whole Italy
Saint Agata Festival
out of rangeThe celebration of the Catania martyr is one of the central events in this region of Sicily
A Walk around Mount Etna
out of rangeFor over half a million years mount Etna has been in a state of continuous eruption
Acireale Carnival
out of rangeSicily is known for its celebrations of carnival, but the celebrations in Acireale are considered to be truly remarkable
Sicilian Blood Oranges
out of rangeThe oranges with the red juice and sweet distinctive taste are the fruity pride of Sicily
Festino di Santa Rosalia
out of rangeThe patron saint of Palermo who once saved the city is honoured by a grandiose celebration
Rolex Middle Sea Race
out of rangeOne of the most spectacular events on the yachting calendar is fought out against a stunning backdrop of dramatic, ever-changing Mediterranean landscapes!
Ragusano Cheese
out of rangeOne of the most famous Sicilian cow milk cheeses, Ragusano is usually seven months aged
Holy Week & Easter
out of rangeWherever you go for Santa Pasqua in Sicily, you'll find a totally unique experience
Strawberry Season
out of rangeDon't miss the chance to try the best Italian wild strawberries
Sea Urchins
out of rangeSea urchins, also known as sea hedgehogs, are a cool weather delicacy
The Dance of the Devils in Prizzi
out of rangeThe unique and grotesque Easter celebration in Sicily is carried out in a little town Prizzi
La Mattanza
out of rangeThe tuna fishing is a traditional activity for Sicily, that is considered sustainable and humane
Granita
out of rangeA perfect frozen dessert to save you from the summer heat
Snails or Babbaluci
out of rangeSicilian festina is not complete without snacking on baby snails cooked with garlic and herbs
Zeppole
out of rangeThe small doughnuts are a special treat on St. Joseph's day
Ypsigrock Festival
out of rangeSicily hosts one of the most well-known indie and alternative festivals in Italy
Сassatelle of St Agata
out of rangeDelicious cakes that resemble St Agata's breasts are a special treat of the festival
