The island of Sicily is one of the most popular tourist destinations. Going there on vacation for the first time, you need to have an idea of the weather and climate. They can be briefly described in one word - "heat". At least when it comes to the summer tourist season.
Instructions
Step 1
There are several resorts on the island. But on any of them in the summer you will see a clear sky and get about 40 degrees Celsius. At least + 36 ° C is the average. It is especially hot on the island in August, the month that Russian tourists like to choose for their holidays, hoping to combine relaxation with pleasant shopping during the sales period. But in Sicily at this time it is not just sultry; in addition, many restaurants, shops and other establishments are closed here. The fact is that locals en masse in August also go on vacation - to bask on other people's, less hot beaches.
Step 2
Therefore, the best time to visit sunny Sicily is from April to June inclusive and September. At this time, the island is sunny, warm, but not too hot. The water near the coast has already warmed up to such an extent that you can swim comfortably, and there are still not so many tourists that there is a feeling of the presence of a crowd on the beach. Gardens bloom in spring in Sicily, including plantations of citrus trees, allowing guests to enjoy the amazing beauty. And in May, the tuna fishing season begins. This process was described by the legendary French explorer and traveler Jacques-Yves Cousteau. It will be interesting to watch the "matanza" and eat fresh inexpensive fish.
Step 3
It should be borne in mind that storms occur throughout the year in Sicily. But especially strong winds blow in November and March. They are called sirocco, they come from North Africa and bring hot desert air to the southern part of the island. The speed of such a wind can sometimes reach 100 kilometers per hour. Agree, getting into such a storm, you will not feel very comfortable. So, it is better not to consider March and November for trips to Sicily.
Step 4
But in December-February it is quite possible to go to the island. Like any Mediterranean winter, winters in Sicily are quite mild, on the coast it is an average of ten degrees Celsius, in the mountains it is slightly colder. You can ski and watch the citrus harvest. In clear weather on the coast, it is quite comfortable to walk in a shirt. But the weather at this time, as, indeed, always on the island, is changeable, so a rainstorm may suddenly begin.
