Arenella i
Coastal town · Sicily

Arenella

Provincia di Siracusa · Italy

Sea temperature
24°
Local time
11:53 PM
Population
664
Elevation
14 m
Best time to go
May–Sep
Go score 100/100
Sea temperature
26°
August
Main airport
CTA
54 km
Time zone
UTC+2
Europe/Rome
At a glance

The best months to visit are May–September.

The sea is warmest in August, at about 26°C (80°F).

Swimming season (water ≥ 21 °C): June–October.

August is the hottest month, with highs around 30°C (86°F).

February is the coldest month, with lows around 8°C (46°F).

The wettest month is December, with rain on about 10 days.

July is the sunniest month, with about 11 hours of sunshine a day.

in October, it is warmer than 100% of places in Italy.

Weather

16-day forecast

Arenella weather forecast

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European AQI21Fair
PM2.55
PM107.8
NO₂8.9
O₃61
Pollen
Alder 0Birch 0Grass 0Mugwort 0Olive 0Ragweed 0
Climate

Best time to visit Arenella

Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).

Best time to goMay–September
5°13°20°28°35° 075150 mm Jan · 77 mmFeb · 28 mmMar · 53 mmApr · 21 mmMay · 11 mmJun · 7 mmJul · 2 mmAug · 14 mmSep · 32 mmOct · 109 mmNov · 67 mmDec · 71 mm 15°16°17°19°23°27°30°30°28°24°20°17° 8°8°9°11°15°19°21°22°20°17°13°10° JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high Average low Sea temperature Rainfall (mm) Best time to go

Month by month

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Average high15°16°17°19°23°27°30°30°28°24°20°17°
Average low8°8°9°11°15°19°21°22°20°17°13°10°
Sea temperature15°15°15°16°18°22°25°26°25°23°20°17°
Rainfall (mm)77285321117214321096771
Rain days107853111471010
Sunshine per day (h)4.45.36.37.48.810.11110.18.36.65.34.3
Daylight (h)9.910.811.913.114.114.714.513.612.411.210.19.6
Humidity (%)747371716966646770737576
Wind (km/h)171717161413121212131517
Go score54596678959810010096887358

The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.

Sea

Arenella: sea water temperature

Water temperature details
Water temperature today
24°C (76°F)
How it feels: pleasant

Wave height: 0.6 m

Swimming season

June–October

Thu25°
Fri25°
Sat24°
Sun24°
Mon24°
Tue24°
Wed24°

Average sea temperature by month

21°C 15° Jan 15° Feb 15° Mar 16° Apr 18° May 22° Jun 25° Jul 26° Aug 25° Sep 23° Oct 20° Nov 17° Dec

Nearby beaches & coastal towns

Landmarks nearby

Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.

Things to do in Arenella
Practical

Arenella: practical information

Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.

Power plugs
CFL
Voltage
230 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Drive on the right
Currency

Euro

EUR · €

1 USD ≈ 0.892 EUR

Languages
Italian
Calling code
+39
Emergency numbers
Safety & travel advice
2
Exercise increased cautionUS travel advisory
No travel warningsUK travel advice · Oct 2, 2026
Read the full advice
Typical prices
  • Meal, casual restaurant€15.00≈ $17.00
  • Cappuccino€3.50≈ $3.90
  • Beer (0.5 l)€5.20≈ $5.80
  • Bottled water (1.5 l)€1.60≈ $1.80
  • Taxi, 5 km€11.00≈ $12.00
  • Public transport ticket€1.90≈ $2.20
  • Mid-range hotel, per night€120≈ $130

Estimated from Italy’s consumer price level — real prices vary by place and season. Prices are about 73% of US levels.

Upcoming public holidays
  • Nov 1All Saints Day
  • Dec 8Immaculate Conception
  • Dec 25Christmas Day
  • Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
  • Jan 1New Year's Day
  • Jan 6Epiphany
Earthquake history

2 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.

Strongest: M5.6 (1990).

Map

How to get to Arenella

Nearest airports

Distances

  • Rome593 km 10 h 16 · 1 h 25
  • Milan1,068 km 18 h 31 · 2 h 01
  • Naples437 km 7 h 34 · 1 h 13
  • Turin1,098 km 19 h 02 · 2 h 03
  • Palermo208 km 3 h 36

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Hotels

Hotels in Arenella

Hotels and holiday rentals with live nightly prices.

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Wildlife around here

The most-recorded species within 25 km, with their seasonality.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Arenella?

Based on climate normals, the best time to visit Arenella is May–September.

What is the weather like in Arenella in October?

In October, Arenella averages a high of 24°C (75°F) and a low of 17°C (62°F), with 109 mm of rain on about 7 days.

How warm is the sea in Arenella?

The sea is warmest in August (about 26°C (80°F)). Swimming season: June–October.

What is the rainiest month in Arenella?

December, with rain on about 10 days.

What is the nearest airport to Arenella?

Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), about 54 km away.

What power plugs are used in Italy?

Plug types C, F, L, 230 V.

What currency is used in Italy?

Euro (EUR).

What is the emergency number in Italy?

112.

Is Italy safe to visit?

US travel advisory: Exercise increased caution. UK travel advice: No travel warnings.

What time zone is Arenella in?

Europe/Rome (UTC+2).

What is the population of Arenella?

About 664.