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Palermo in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Palermo in October 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Comfortable water
If you plan to visit Palermo in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +24°C during the day and approximately 6 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 14 rainy days in the month and around 84 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+24°C
Avg. max. temperature
+10°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
84 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Palermo has OK weather in October.

Average temperature in Palermo in October

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

Going from a maximum of +33°C during the day to a minimum of +18°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +27°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 7% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +26°C to +25°C.

Is Palermo warm or cold in October?

Palermo is typically warm in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +27°C to +24°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +22°C to +19°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 Palermo:

Water temperature in Palermo in October

Water in Palermo in October is Comfortable. It varies from +20°C to +25°C, with an average of +22°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 Palermo are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +14°C.

Can you swim in Palermo in October?

The water in Palermo in October is pretty comfortable (+22°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 Palermo in October

Palermo weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+27°C+24°C+19°C
Min. temperature
+14°C+10°C+8°C
Max. temperature
+40°C+36°C+31°C
Rainfall
61 mm84 mm80 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+25°C+22°C+20°C
Humidity
70%75%78%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1015 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
1062
Cloudy days
71011
Rainy days
121416
Snowy days
000

October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September. It’s getting colder in October. From +27°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +24°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 61 mm to 84 mm. Humidity rises from 70% to 75%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 1 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 10 sunny days in September to 6 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Palermo is gradually increasing during October, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Palermo 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 19 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain. Palermo 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 Palermo, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Palermo wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 90 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Palermo?

This is the weather in Palermo in October 2023:
1 October
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+26°C
2 October
☀️
+26°C
3 October
☀️
+26°C
4 October
☀️
+27°C
5 October
☀️
+26°C
6 October
☁️
+26°C
7 October
☀️
+26°C
8 October
☀️
+25°C
9 October
☀️
+27°C
10 October
☀️
+28°C
11 October
☀️
+26°C
12 October
☀️
+25°C
13 October
☀️
+26°C
14 October
☀️
+27°C
15 October
☀️
+28°C
16 October
☀️
+27°C
17 October
☁️
+27°C
18 October
☁️
+27°C
19 October
☀️
+30°C
20 October
☁️
+33°C
21 October
☀️
+26°C
22 October
☁️
+26°C
23 October
☀️
+27°C
24 October
☁️
+26°C
25 October
☁️
+26°C
26 October
☁️
+24°C
27 October
☁️
+26°C
28 October
☁️
+25°C
29 October
☀️
+26°C
30 October
☁️
+29°C
31 October
☁️
+25°C
In October 2023 Palermo had 19 sunny days, 12 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +27°C, with an absolute maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +24°C. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+20°C) and the highest in 2012 (+24°C). The driest year was 1989 with only 353 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 1977 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Palermo in October:

Is October a good time to visit Palermo?

It’s always a good time to visit Palermo, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Palermo in October?

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

Can you swim in Palermo in October?

Yes, the water temperature in Palermo in October is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +22°C.

Is Palermo rainy in October?

Palermo 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 Palermo in October?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Palermo in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Palermo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Palermo, 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.