i Arenella
Provincia di Siracusa · Italy
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.
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Best time to visit Arenella
Average conditions per month from long-term climate normals (1961–2020).
Month by month
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 15° | 16° | 17° | 19° | 23° | 27° | 30° | 30° | 28° | 24° | 20° | 17° |
| Average low | 8° | 8° | 9° | 11° | 15° | 19° | 21° | 22° | 20° | 17° | 13° | 10° |
| Sea temperature | 15° | 15° | 15° | 16° | 18° | 22° | 25° | 26° | 25° | 23° | 20° | 17° |
| Rainfall (mm) | 77 | 28 | 53 | 21 | 11 | 7 | 2 | 14 | 32 | 109 | 67 | 71 |
| Rain days | 10 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 10 |
| Sunshine per day (h) | 4.4 | 5.3 | 6.3 | 7.4 | 8.8 | 10.1 | 11 | 10.1 | 8.3 | 6.6 | 5.3 | 4.3 |
| Daylight (h) | 9.9 | 10.8 | 11.9 | 13.1 | 14.1 | 14.7 | 14.5 | 13.6 | 12.4 | 11.2 | 10.1 | 9.6 |
| Humidity (%) | 74 | 73 | 71 | 71 | 69 | 66 | 64 | 67 | 70 | 73 | 75 | 76 |
| Wind (km/h) | 17 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 14 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 17 |
| Go score | 54 | 59 | 66 | 78 | 95 | 98 | 100 | 100 | 96 | 88 | 73 | 58 |
The go score (0–100) rewards daytime highs of 22–27 °C, mild nights, sunshine and few rainy days.
Arenella: sea water temperature
Wave height: 0.6 m
Swimming seasonJune–October
Average sea temperature by month
Landmarks nearby
Mountains, castles, museums, beaches and heritage sites within 25 km.
i Megara Hyblaea
city of ancient Sicily and Italian archaeological site
i Ear of Dionysius
limestone cave and former quarry in Syracuse, Sicily, Italy
Greek Theatre of Syracuse
ancient Greek theatre in Siracusa, Italy
i Helorus
an ancient city in Sicily with occupation from the Archaic period to Late Antiquity
Thapsos
Sicily archeological site
i Roman amphitheatre of Syracuse
Roman amphitheatre in Syracuse, Italy
i Netum
human settlement in Italy
i Temple of Athena
ancient Greek temple in Syracuse
i Syracuse
city of ancient Sicily
i Castello Eurialo
castle in Syracuse, Italy
i Palazzo Beneventano del Bosco
building
i Palazzo Vermexio
building in Syracuse, Italy
Arenella: practical information
Plugs, money, emergency numbers, safety and typical prices — everything to know before you go.
- Voltage
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Driving
- Drive on the right
Euro
EUR · €
1 USD ≈ 0.892 EUR
- Languages
- Italian
- Calling code
- +39
- 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.
- Nov 1All Saints Day
- Dec 8Immaculate Conception
- Dec 25Christmas Day
- Dec 26St. Stephen's Day
- Jan 1New Year's Day
- Jan 6Epiphany
2 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or more within 100 km in the last 51 years.
Strongest: M5.6 (1990).
How to get to Arenella
Nearest airports
- CTACatania-Fontanarossa AirportCatania54 km
- CIYComiso AirportComiso58 km
- REGReggio Calabria AirportReggio Calabria124 km
- MLAMalta International AirportValletta146 km
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 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.
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.