This weekend, Sicily is gearing up for variable weather, with alternating clouds and clear skies expected, along with a chance of isolated showers. As we approach March 22 and 23, 2025, weather enthusiasts may want to prepare for an interesting mix of conditions as temperatures also see a significant rise.
According to Francesco Costa, a meteorologist from 3BMeteo.com, "La presenza dell’anticiclone subtropicale sta garantendo un prosieguo di settimana stabile e perlopiù soleggiato su gran parte del Paese; tuttavia, ci attende un weekend variabile in Sicilia." This means that while the general weather pattern remains stable and mainly sunny across much of Italy, Sicily specifically will experience some disturbances.
On Saturday, March 22, the forecast promises a pleasant day with a mix of sunshine and clouds. Costa elaborates that, "In particolare, la giornata di sabato vedrà un’alternanza fra sole e qualche innocuo annuvolamento, in un contesto ancora stabile e legato al passaggio di nubi alte e sottili." This sets up an ideally warm day, perfect for outdoor activities.
However, come Sunday, March 23, the weather will begin to shift with an increase in cloud cover, which may lead to some isolated showers—"Da domenica previsto un progressivo aumento della copertura nuvolosa, associata anche a qualche rapido ed isolato piovasco, più verosimile sull’area etnea e dei Nebrodi," Costa noted. Particularly in the Etna and Nebrodi regions, residents and visitors should keep an eye out for potential light rain.
Adding to the weekend’s dynamic weather, strong sirocco winds will be prominent, gusts reaching up to 60-70 km/h, especially in the Trapani, Palermo, and Agrigento areas. This could certainly impact outdoor plans or travel across the island.
Temperature-wise, this weekend anticipates significant warmth, notably above average levels for this time of year. Peak temperatures of 23-25 °C are predicted in the Palermo and Agrigento regions, while Catania and Messina might see maximums of 19-20 °C. This warm trend will make many feel that spring has certainly arrived early this year.
Looking forward, the week following the weekend of March 23 may bring a shift in weather patterns, with forecasters warning of potential disturbances stemming from the Atlantic that could usher in rain and cooler temperatures for the region. Residents should stay informed as these predictions can often be subject to change.
As always, it’s important to prepare for the unpredictability of nature, particularly in an area like Sicily, where weather can shift rapidly.” With the subtropical high-pressure system still in play, weather-watchers on the island are advised to enjoy the warm weather while it lasts, keeping an eye on the skies for the approaching changes that early next week may bring.
