🇬🇧 London vs Palermo 🇮🇹

London, United Kingdom vs Palermo, Italy — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Palermo is the warmer of the two — about 6 degrees warmer on average across the year. Palermo is drier, with roughly 7 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 London🇮🇹 Palermo
Avg annual high16°C22°C
Hottest monthJuly (24°C)August (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (9°C low)
Rainy days / year111104
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustApril, May, October

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇮🇹 Palermo

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in August (30°C), coldest lows in January (9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is London or Palermo warmer?

Palermo is warmer overall, averaging about 6 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, London or Palermo?

London is rainier — Palermo sees about 7 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit London vs Palermo?

London is best around June, July, August; Palermo is best around April, May, October.

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