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What's the weather like in Sicily in August?

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As the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily has a typical Mediterranean climate with long, hot summers and short, cool winters. In August, Sicily is hot and sunny, ideal for relaxing on the beautiful beaches, swimming in the clear blue seas or exploring the island further inland. It’s the height of the season at this time of year, so resorts will be at their busiest in August. Averages Sicily is hot over the month of August, with average highs of 30°C in the peak of the day and lows of 19°C after dark. With such high temperatures during the day, you’ll need to stay safe by seeking shade between 11am and 3pm, wearing plenty of sun cream and staying well hydrated. Around 15mm of rain’s expected over the course of the month so it’s unlikely wet weather will affect your stay. The Mediterranean waters are a beautifully warm 27°C, perfect for swimming and snorkelling.

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Covid - Entering Italy - Last Update: 1 August 2022

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During your stay in Italy Green Pass Effective from May 1, 2022, it is no longer mandatory to show a Green Pass to access businesses and services in Italy. Therefore, free access to local and national public transportation, bars and restaurants, shops, museums, theaters, cinemas, stadiums, gyms, spas, etc. Use of masks Until September 30, 2022 the use of FFP2 masks remains mandatory aboard the following means of transport: ships and ferries used for interregional transport services High Speed, Intercity, Intercity Night, and Interregional Trains buses connecting more than two regions buses/coaches used for chartered services with driver local and regional public transport The use of a mask is no longer mandatory on airplanes and for access to indoor shows and sporting events. However, the use of the mask in all indoor environments and in all cases of crowded outdoor events is highly recommended. Please note that nonetheless, in all situations, the following people are excluded from the requirement to wear masks: children under the age of six persons with a medical condition or disability that is incompatible with the use of a mask, and persons who must communicate with a disabled person individuals who are engaging in athletic activities