Calabria or Sicily in September?
On climate data, Sicily comes out ahead overall in September. See the per-criterion details below.
CalabriaPhoto: Benjamin Smith · CC BY-SA 4.0
SicilyPhoto: Krzysztof Popławski · CC BY-SA 4.0Key figures in September
| Criterion | Calabria | Sicily |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 25 °C | 29 °C |
| Average daily low | 23 °C | 18 °C |
| Sea | 25 °C | 25 °C |
| Rainy days | 12 rainy days (est.) | 8 rainy days (est.) ★ |
| Sun | 6 h/day | 6 h/day |
| Humidity | 70 % | 64 % |
Winner by travel type
Trade-offs
- Sicily is about 4 °C warmer by day.
- Sicily is drier, with about 4 fewer rainy days.
Calabria or Sicily in September: the short answer
In September, Sicily comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Calabria 82/100 vs Sicily 83/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on September as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Calabria averages a climate score of 63/100, Sicily 65/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in September, side by side
The average daily high is about 25 °C in Calabria and 29 °C in Sicily — warmer in Sicily. Average daily lows are around 23 °C versus 18 °C.
On rain, Calabria sees about 12 rainy days in September and Sicily about 8 — drier in Sicily. Sunshine is comparable (6 vs 6 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In September the water is about 25 °C at Calabria and 25 °C at Sicily. Over the year, Calabria is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August, September and October, Sicily in June, July, August, September and October. Peak sea warmth is August for Calabria and August for Sicily.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Calabria records roughly 132 rainy days and Sicily about 87 — the drier of the two overall is Sicily. At their sunniest, Calabria reaches about 9 hours of sun a day (July) and Sicily about 9 (July). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Calabria is at its best in June, July, August and September, while Sicily peaks in May, June, September and October. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the September scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Sicily scores higher in September (Calabria 86 vs Sicily 91).
City breaks: Calabria scores higher in September (Calabria 82 vs Sicily 78).
Active & hiking: Calabria scores higher in September (Calabria 68 vs Sicily 64).
Family: Sicily scores higher in September (Calabria 87 vs Sicily 90).
Verdict: which should you pick?
There is no single winner — it depends on your month and your priority. For September specifically, use the head-to-head above; over the year, Sicily carries the slightly higher overall climate score. Choose Calabria if its strong months and profile match your plan, Sicily if its do. The month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.