Town in Campania, Italy
Sorrento weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Sorrento
May–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm with open ferries. Jul–Aug is hot and crowded; winter is mild but many hotels, boats and beach clubs close.
Sorrento weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan13°102 mm
- Feb13°82 mm
- Mar14°74 mm
- Apr16°57 mm
- May20°41 mm
- Jun23°30 mm
- Jul26°21 mm
- Aug27°24 mm
- Sep24°77 mm
- Oct21°88 mm
- Nov18°130 mm
- Dec15°101 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C55°F | 11°C52°F | 102 mm | 75% | Cool |
| February | 13°C55°F | 10°C51°F | 82 mm | 75% | Cool |
| March | 14°C57°F | 12°C53°F | 74 mm | 78% | Cool |
| April | 16°C61°F | 14°C57°F | 57 mm | 79% | Cool |
| May | 20°C67°F | 17°C63°F | 41 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| June | 23°C74°F | 21°C70°F | 30 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| July | 26°C79°F | 24°C75°F | 21 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| August | 27°C80°F | 25°C76°F | 24 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| September | 24°C76°F | 22°C72°F | 77 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C70°F | 19°C66°F | 88 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C64°F | 16°C60°F | 130 mm | 75% | Cool |
| December | 15°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 Sorrento?
May–Jun, Sep–Oct. May–Jun and Sep–Oct are warm with open ferries. Jul–Aug is hot and crowded; winter is mild but many hotels, boats and beach clubs close.
When is the rainy season in Sorrento?
Rain peaks in November with about 130 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Sorrento?
August, with average highs of 27°C (80°F).
How cold does Sorrento get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 10°C (51°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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.