The best times to visit Erice for ideal weather are

March 26th to June 24th

or

September 24th to December 9th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Erice Travel Info

Weather in Erice

Temperature

Average temperatures in Erice vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 51st percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Erice, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid to late August where highs are regularly around 88.9°F (31.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 71.3°F (21.8°C) at night.

Erice Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Erice Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Erice Perceived Temperature (F)

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Erice Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Erice Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 59.6 53.4 46.9
Feb 58 51.9 45.4
Mar 62.1 55.3 48.6
Apr 67.7 59.8 51.4
May 74.1 66 57.5
Jun 80.8 72.8 63.6
Jul 86.8 78.9 69.6
Aug 87.9 79.8 70.5
Sep 83.4 75.6 67.7
Oct 75.5 68.1 61
Nov 67.9 61.2 55
Dec 61.4 55.2 48.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 15.3 11.9 8.3
Feb 14.4 11.1 7.4
Mar 16.7 12.9 9.2
Apr 19.8 15.4 10.8
May 23.4 18.9 14.2
Jun 27.1 22.7 17.6
Jul 30.4 26.1 20.9
Aug 31.1 26.6 21.4
Sep 28.6 24.2 19.8
Oct 24.2 20.1 16.1
Nov 19.9 16.2 12.8
Dec 16.3 12.9 9.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Erice are July, June, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early June. For example, on the week of June 4th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early March with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of March 5th.

When can you find snow in Erice? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Erice.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Erice (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 18% 0 2.5
Feb 25% 0 2.6
Mar 20% 0 2.3
Apr 11% 0 1.2
May 4% 0 0.4
Jun 1% 0 0.1
Jul 0% 0 0.1
Aug 1% 0 0.1
Sep 9% 0 1.9
Oct 19% 0 2.9
Nov 19% 0 2.3
Dec 20% 0 2.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 18 0 6.4
Feb 25 0 6.6
Mar 20 0 5.8
Apr 11 0 3
May 4 0 1
Jun 1 0 0.3
Jul 0 0 0.3
Aug 1 0 0.3
Sep 9 0 4.8
Oct 19 0 7.4
Nov 19 0 5.8
Dec 20 0 6.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Erice has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is July (65.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (76.8%).

Wind in Erice is usually moderate. The windiest month is March, followed by February and January. March’s average wind speed of around 8.5 knots (9.8 MPH or 15.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early February where average top sustained speeds reach 18.7 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Erice.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 7.8 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Feb 8.4 Gentle breeze 16 Significant breeze
Mar 8.5 Gentle breeze 16.1 Significant breeze
Apr 7.2 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
May 7.1 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Jun 6.5 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Jul 6.1 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Aug 6.2 Light breeze 13.2 Significant breeze
Sep 6.7 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Oct 6.7 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Nov 7.5 Gentle breeze 14.3 Significant breeze
Dec 7.7 Gentle breeze 14.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 76.8%
Feb 74.1%
Mar 74.4%
Apr 70.5%
May 66%
Jun 66.3%
Jul 65.7%
Aug 65.9%
Sep 66.6%
Oct 71.7%
Nov 73.9%
Dec 74.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Erice?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Italy; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 22, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Erice, Italy is April, followed by May and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Erice in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 44.4 in November means 44.4% of the tourists vs. April.

 

 

Overall Erice Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 75.9°F (24.4°C) and 59.4°F (15.2°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Erice, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 85.3°F (29.6°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Erice to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 63.1°F (17.3°C) and 57.2°F (14°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 7 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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