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Syracuse in August
Little changes in Syracuse from July: highs stay near 96°F (35°C), lows near 74°F (23°C), and about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain falls.
Its comfort score of 67/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 96°F (35°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (9 mm)
- Humidity
- 54%
- Cloud cover
- 17%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 25 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What August feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 96°F (35°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 74°F (23°C), about 12°C (22°F) below the afternoon high.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 17%.
Plan around August
August is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are March – May and October & November.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: September brings 2.1 in (54 mm).
- Comfort improves from 64/100 in July to 67/100.
- Our Sicily: Palermo to Syracuse route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so August falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 96°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 74°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Syracuse in August
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Noto Cathedral
Rebuilt Baroque cathedral atop a grand staircase on Corso Vittorio Emanuele.
Why now A break from 96°F afternoons.
Fountain of Arethusa
Freshwater spring by the sea with papyrus plants and ducks.
Planeta Buonivini
Planeta's Noto estate offering Nero d'Avola and olive oil tastings.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Caffè Sicilia
Noto pastry shop famed for almond granita and cassata.
Vendicari Nature Reserve
Coastal reserve with lagoons, flamingos and undeveloped beaches.
Why now August scores 67/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in August
- Taormina in August~54 mi · highs 89°F, 0.6 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Palermo in August~128 mi · highs 90°F, 0.5 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Amalfi in August~249 mi · highs 80°F, 0.9 in rain · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Ravello in August~250 mi · highs 76°F, 0.9 in rain · 11°C (19°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~243 m to Syracuse's ~20 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.
Syracuse in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Syracuse?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 67/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are March – May and October & November. Expect highs of 96°F (35°C) and 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain. Our Sicily: Palermo to Syracuse route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so August is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Syracuse in August?
Average highs are 96°F (35°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Syracuse in August?
Not much: about 0.4 in (9 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.2 in (539 mm).
What should I pack for Syracuse in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 96°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 74°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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