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Palermo in February
Little changes in Palermo from January: highs stay near 58°F (14°C), lows near 47°F (9°C), and about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 71/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 58°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 3.4 in (86 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What February feels like
Days are mild at around 58°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 47°F (9°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.4 in (86 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April – June and September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (69 → 71/100).
- Our Sicily: Palermo to Syracuse route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 47°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Palermo in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Teatro Massimo
Italy's largest opera house; daily guided tours and seasonal performances.
Taverna Azzurra
Old Vucciria tavern pouring cheap local wine to a crowd spilling into the street.
Why now February scores 71/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
I Segreti del Chiostro
Convent pastry shop in Santa Caterina selling recipes from Palermo's nuns.
Antica Focacceria San Francesco
Historic eatery since 1834 known for pane con la milza and arancine.
Monreale Cathedral
Hillside cathedral covered in 6,500 square meters of Byzantine mosaics.
Nearby in February
- Taormina in February~106 mi · highs 56°F, 2.7 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
- Syracuse in February~128 mi · highs 60°F, 2.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Sorrento in February~182 mi · highs 55°F, 3.2 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Amalfi in February~186 mi · highs 56°F, 3.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~222 m to Palermo's ~28 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Palermo in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Palermo?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 71/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April – June and September. Expect highs of 58°F (14°C) and 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain. Our Sicily: Palermo to Syracuse route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Palermo in February?
Average highs are 58°F (14°C) and average lows 47°F (9°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Palermo in February?
Some: about 3.4 in (86 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.0 in (712 mm).
What should I pack for Palermo in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 47°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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