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Catania in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Catania in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Catania, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Catania in October 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Comfortable water
Planning a trip to Catania in October? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +24°C and approximately 12 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 8 rainy days and 57 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+5°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
57 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Catania has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Catania in October

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Catania for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +31°C during the day to a minimum of +15°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +28°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +29°C to +27°C.

Is Catania warm or cold in October?

Catania is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +28°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +19°C to +16°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Catania:

Water temperature in Catania in October

Water in Catania in October is Comfortable. It varies from +20°C to +25°C, with an average of +23°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +24°C.

In October, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Catania are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +15°C.

Can you swim in Catania in October?

The water in Catania in October is pretty comfortable (+23°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.

Climate in Catania in October

Catania weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+28°C+24°C+20°C
Min. temperature
+9°C+5°C0°C
Max. temperature
+40°C+36°C+29°C
Rainfall
44 mm57 mm61 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+26°C+23°C+20°C
Humidity
70%75%77%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1016 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
151210
Cloudy days
468
Rainy days
689
Snowy days
000

October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September. It’s getting colder in October. From +28°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +24°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 44 mm to 57 mm. Humidity rises from 70% to 75%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 15 sunny days in September to 12 in October.

Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Catania in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Catania is gradually increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Catania based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 13% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 10 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 6 mm, which is considered light rain. Catania is amazing in October with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
October is one of the rainiest months in Catania, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Catania wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 35% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 6% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Catania?

This is the weather in Catania in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+29°C
2 October
☀️
+28°C
3 October
☀️
+28°C
4 October
☀️
+28°C
5 October
☀️
+28°C
6 October
☀️
+27°C
7 October
☁️
+26°C
8 October
☀️
+27°C
9 October
☀️
+28°C
10 October
☀️
+29°C
11 October
☀️
+28°C
12 October
☀️
+27°C
13 October
☀️
+27°C
14 October
☀️
+27°C
15 October
☀️
+30°C
16 October
☀️
+28°C
17 October
☀️
+28°C
18 October
☁️
+26°C
19 October
☀️
+28°C
20 October
☀️
+31°C
21 October
☀️
+29°C
22 October
☀️
+28°C
23 October
☀️
+26°C
24 October
☀️
+26°C
25 October
☁️
+26°C
26 October
☀️
+28°C
27 October
☀️
+29°C
28 October
☀️
+26°C
29 October
☀️
+26°C
30 October
☀️
+26°C
31 October
☀️
+27°C
In October 2023 Catania had 28 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 27%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 28 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Catania climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Catania in October has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+21°C) and the highest in 1990 (+24°C). The driest year was 1981 with only 132 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 1675 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Catania in October:

Is October a good time to visit Catania?

October is a really good time to go to Catania. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Catania.

Can you sunbathe in Catania in October?

October is warm in Catania. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Can you swim in Catania in October?

Yes, the water temperature in Catania in October is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +23°C.

Is Catania rainy in October?

Catania is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Catania in October?

The amount of sunny days in Catania during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Italy

Check out the weather for other cities in Italy.

Monthly weather in Catania

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Catania, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.