Town in Amalfi Coast, Italy
Positano weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Positano
May–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and less crowded. Jul–Aug is hot, packed and full-price; most hotels and restaurants close Nov–Easter.
Positano weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan13°102 mm
- Feb12°82 mm
- Mar14°74 mm
- Apr16°57 mm
- May19°41 mm
- Jun23°30 mm
- Jul26°21 mm
- Aug26°24 mm
- Sep24°77 mm
- Oct21°88 mm
- Nov18°130 mm
- Dec14°101 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C55°F | 10°C51°F | 102 mm | 75% | Cool |
| February | 12°C54°F | 10°C50°F | 82 mm | 75% | Cool |
| March | 14°C56°F | 11°C52°F | 74 mm | 78% | Cool |
| April | 16°C60°F | 14°C56°F | 57 mm | 79% | Cool |
| May | 19°C66°F | 17°C62°F | 41 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C73°F | 21°C70°F | 30 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C78°F | 24°C75°F | 21 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C79°F | 24°C76°F | 24 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C75°F | 22°C71°F | 77 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C70°F | 19°C66°F | 88 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C64°F | 15°C60°F | 130 mm | 75% | Cool |
| December | 14°C58°F | 12°C54°F | 101 mm | 74% | Cool |
Best months across Italy
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Rome | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Venice | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Florence | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Milan | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Amalfi Coast | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Naples | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Lake Como | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Cinque Terre | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Sicily | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Tuscany | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Positano | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sardinia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Bologna | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Verona | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Pisa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Capri | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sorrento | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Lake Garda | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (31°C) |
| Turin | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Siena | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Puglia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Dolomites | Jan–Mar, Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Taormina | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Palermo | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Catania | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Bari | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Matera | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Lecce | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Genoa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Lucca | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Positano?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm and less crowded. Jul–Aug is hot, packed and full-price; most hotels and restaurants close Nov–Easter.
When is the rainy season in Positano?
Rain peaks in November with about 130 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Positano?
August, with average highs of 26°C (79°F).
How cold does Positano get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 10°C (50°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 0.6°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.