Palermo in February
Good time to visit
February offers carnival energy and empty tourist sites, but you're still dealing with unpredictable weather. The upside? You'll eat at trattorias where you're the only tourist.
Weather
February remains cool and wet, though slightly milder than January. Daytime highs reach 16°C while nights stay around 9°C. Rain is still frequent with about 9 wet days, but you'll start seeing longer stretches of sunshine.
16°C high9°C low9 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$68/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Carnevale di Palermo
- •Almond Blossom Festival in nearby Agrigento
February Tips
- •Carnevale brings street parties despite the weather - join the locals
- •Museum opening hours are still limited, check ahead
- •February is perfect for exploring indoor markets like Ballarò without crowds
All Months
April through June is perfect — warm but not scorching, with fewer crowds than summer. The almond blossoms bloom in March if you catch them early, painting the countryside pink and white.
September through November brings the best weather. Temperatures hover around 24°C, the sea is still warm for swimming at Mondello, and locals return from August hibernation. October is particularly lovely.
Avoid July and August unless you enjoy 35°C heat and melting gelato. Many locals flee to the mountains, leaving behind a ghost town of tourist restaurants and overpriced hotels. The city shuts down for ferragosto in mid-August.
Winter is mild but wet. December through February sees temperatures around 15°C with frequent rain. But hotel prices drop by half, and you'll have the Cappella Palatina almost to yourself.
Palermo Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
6/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
5/10
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