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Syracuse in February
Little changes in Syracuse from January: highs stay near 60°F (15°C), lows near 45°F (7°C), and about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 81/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 60°F (15°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What February feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 60°F (15°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 45°F (7°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (62 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around February
February is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (March – May and October & November).
- Comfort holds steady from January (79 → 81/100).
- 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 eveningsnights drop to 45°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Syracuse in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Ortigia
Island old town of limestone lanes, sea walls and small piazzas.
Noto Cathedral
Rebuilt Baroque cathedral atop a grand staircase on Corso Vittorio Emanuele.
Planeta Buonivini
Planeta's Noto estate offering Nero d'Avola and olive oil tastings.
Vendicari Nature Reserve
Coastal reserve with lagoons, flamingos and undeveloped beaches.
Why now February scores 81/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Caffè Sicilia
Noto pastry shop famed for almond granita and cassata.
Nearby in February
- Taormina in February~54 mi · highs 56°F, 2.7 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Palermo in February~128 mi · highs 58°F, 3.4 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Amalfi in February~249 mi · highs 56°F, 3.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Ravello in February~250 mi · highs 51°F, 3.2 in rain · 5°C (8°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 February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Syracuse?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 81/100 against a best of 97 in March – May and October & November. Expect highs of 60°F (15°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain. Our Sicily: Palermo to Syracuse route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Syracuse in February?
Average highs are 60°F (15°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Syracuse in February?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.2 in (539 mm).
What should I pack for Syracuse in February?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 45°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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