Is the ocean in Sicily cold?

Sicily's temperature is moderated by the warm Mediterranean sea and its location in proximity to the equators. Sea temperatures around Sicily range from around 60 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter to approximately 80 degrees in the summer.



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Summer in Sicily On Sicily's drier, hotter west coast, summer-strong Scirocco winds sometimes blow in from North Africa and can quickly ruin a day at the beach. The northern and eastern coasts of the island see less wind but are still hot and dry in the summer.

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The east coast Ionian Riviera has some of Sicily's most picturesque pebbly and sandy beaches including those of Isola Bella, Mazzaro', Giardini Naxos and Letojanni (below Taormina).

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It is also known as the Antarctic Ocean as it surrounds Antarctica. It is the coldest and wildest ocean in the world.

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Catania (Sicily) Set between the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna, it's one of the island's busiest and hottest destinations. Temperatures regularly hit the mid-thirties through the summer.

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Clothing depends on the time of year and the activities you plan. Dress is casual except in the smartest restaurants and appropriate dress (no shorts or bare shoulders) is needed for visits to churches. Dress codes do tend to be more conservative in Sicily than in central and northern Italy, especially in rural areas.

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If you travel with your family, including young children, either destination could work for you, but Sicily is probably a better choice. We traveled as a family to Sicily and the Amalfi Coast (with children ages 3 and 1) and had a great time in both places. However, we found Sicily better equipped for travel with kids.

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North-Eastern Sicily – Taormina It's impossible to talk about luxury holidays in Sicily without mentioning the glamorous hilltop town of Taormina, nicknamed the Pearl of the Ionian Sea.

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Places to Avoid in Sicily
  • Ballarò: This neighborhood in Palermo is known for its street markets, but it can also be dangerous, especially at night.
  • Brancaccio: This neighborhood in Palermo is considered to be one of the most dangerous areas in the city, so it's best to avoid it altogether.


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