The best times to visit Lampedusa for ideal weather are

October 22nd to June 10th

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

 

 


Other Lampedusa Travel Info

Weather in Lampedusa

Temperature

Average temperatures in Lampedusa vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 76th 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 Lampedusa, 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 86.5°F (30.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77.2°F (25.1°C) at night.

Lampedusa Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Lampedusa 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.

Lampedusa Perceived Temperature (F)

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Lampedusa Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Lampedusa 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 61.3 58.4 54.9
Feb 60 56.6 52.6
Mar 62.5 58.9 54.9
Apr 66.6 62.5 58.5
May 71.8 67.5 62.9
Jun 78.3 73.9 68.9
Jul 83.8 79.4 74.1
Aug 85.5 81 76.5
Sep 82.3 78.3 74.2
Oct 76.9 73.4 69.6
Nov 69.7 66.8 63.1
Dec 63.3 60.5 57.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 16.3 14.7 12.7
Feb 15.6 13.7 11.4
Mar 16.9 14.9 12.7
Apr 19.2 16.9 14.7
May 22.1 19.7 17.2
Jun 25.7 23.3 20.5
Jul 28.8 26.3 23.4
Aug 29.7 27.2 24.7
Sep 27.9 25.7 23.4
Oct 24.9 23 20.9
Nov 20.9 19.3 17.3
Dec 17.4 15.8 14.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Lampedusa are July, August, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Lampedusa? 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 Lampedusa.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Lampedusa (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 6% 0 1.5
Feb 6% 0 0.5
Mar 13% 0 1.6
Apr 9% 0 1
May 2% 0 0.2
Jun 2% 0 0.5
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 2% 0 0.1
Oct 12% 0 2.2
Nov 7% 0 0.8
Dec 32% 0 3.7

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 0 3.8
Feb 6 0 1.3
Mar 13 0 4.1
Apr 9 0 2.5
May 2 0 0.5
Jun 2 0 1.3
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 2 0 0.3
Oct 12 0 5.6
Nov 7 0 2
Dec 32 0 9.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Lampedusa has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is December (59.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is April (71.2%).

Wind in Lampedusa is usually moderate. The windiest month is December, followed by February and January. December’s average wind speed of around 11.4 knots (13.1 MPH or 21 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late January where average top sustained speeds reach 18.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 11.1 Significant breeze 16.2 Significant breeze
Feb 11.2 Significant breeze 16.8 Significant breeze
Mar 10.8 Gentle breeze 16.3 Significant breeze
Apr 10.1 Gentle breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
May 10.2 Gentle breeze 14.8 Significant breeze
Jun 8.9 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
Jul 8.1 Gentle breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Aug 7.8 Gentle breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Sep 8.6 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Oct 9.4 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Nov 10.5 Gentle breeze 15.5 Significant breeze
Dec 11.4 Significant breeze 16.2 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 62.1%
Feb 60.2%
Mar 68%
Apr 71.2%
May 68.7%
Jun 69.6%
Jul 67.9%
Aug 69.2%
Sep 65.9%
Oct 67.1%
Nov 63.8%
Dec 59.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Lampedusa?

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 Lampedusa, 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 Lampedusa 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 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 Lampedusa Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 73.5°F (23.1°C) and 60.5°F (15.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 4 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 comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Lampedusa, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 84.3°F (29.1°C) and 67.1°F (19.5°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 4 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 somewhat cool this time of year in Lampedusa to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 64.8°F (18.2°C) and 59.2°F (15.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 2 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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