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Things to Do in Positano in March

March weather, activities, events & insider tips

Good time to visit Low Season · Budget Friendly

March Weather in Positano

Temperature, rainfall and humidity at a glance

60°F (16°C) High Temp
46°F (8°C) Low Temp
1.7 inches (43 mm) Rainfall
70% Humidity

Is March Right for You?

Weigh the advantages and considerations before booking

Advantages
  • + Positano's cliffs rise like a stone ladder. Three hundred steps to your door feel easy before summer turns each tread into a sweat bath.
  • + You own the Sentiero degli Dei. Wild broom and rosemary scent the air. Footsteps echo. Waves slap 500 meters below.
  • + Snag a table at La Sponda. Four hundred candles glow over hand-painted tiles. No two-month wait in March.
  • + March light is soft gold. Summer glare hasn't arrived. Pastel walls photograph themselves.
Considerations
  • Tyrrhenian water is 15°C. A quick paddle at Fornillo Beach wakes you up. Long swims are for seals.
  • One third of the tiny shops on Viale Pasitea stay shuttered. Owners rest before Easter.
  • Sunshine can vanish in minutes. Morning blue turns to mist. Santa Maria Assunta's dome disappears.

Year-Round Climate

How March compares to the rest of the year

Monthly Climate Data for Positano Average temperature and rainfall by month Climate Overview 1°C 9°C 18°C 27°C 36°C Rainfall (mm) 0 101 203 Jan Jan: 14.0°C high, 6.0°C low, 97mm rain Feb Feb: 15.0°C high, 7.0°C low, 117mm rain Mar Mar: 16.0°C high, 8.0°C low, 43mm rain Apr Apr: 20.0°C high, 11.0°C low, 51mm rain May May: 23.0°C high, 15.0°C low, 28mm rain Jun Jun: 30.0°C high, 21.0°C low, 5mm rain Jul Jul: 31.0°C high, 22.0°C low, 104mm rain Aug Aug: 31.0°C high, 21.0°C low, 15mm rain Sep Sep: 27.0°C high, 19.0°C low, 25mm rain Oct Oct: 21.0°C high, 13.0°C low, 38mm rain Nov Nov: 18.0°C high, 9.0°C low, 203mm rain Dec Dec: 15.0°C high, 6.0°C low, 102mm rain Temperature Rainfall
MonthHighLowRainfall
Jan14°C6°C3.8 inches (97 mm)
Feb15°C7°C4.6 inches (117 mm)
Mar16°C8°C1.7 inches (43 mm)
Apr20°C11°C2.0 inches (51 mm)
May23°C15°C1.1 inches (28 mm)
Jun30°C21°C0.2 inches (5 mm)
Jul31°C22°C4.1 inches (104 mm)
Aug31°C21°C0.6 inches (15 mm)
Sep27°C19°C1.0 inches (25 mm)
Oct21°C13°C1.5 inches (38 mm)
Nov18°C9°C8.0 inches (203 mm)
Dec15°C6°C4.0 inches (102 mm)

Best Activities in March

Top things to do during your visit

Positano in March is quiet, anticipatory, damp. The Tyrrhenian Sea throws a cool breeze straight at your face while you climb the steep, winding pathways. White and pastel facades gleam against the often-grey sky; wet stone and damp earth rise from the steps. Rainfall drops well below February levels. Yet humidity lingers and rain still drums on terracotta tiles. Hotel and restaurant terraces stand empty, umbrellas furled. Locals repair boats on the pebbled shore and prune lemon trees on terraced hillsides. You hear gulls and, occasionally, one scooter on the coastal road. It is structure without summer's dense overlay of visitors.

The BEST Private Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour

The BEST Private Amalfi Coast Vespa Tour

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5.0 247 reviews from $391

You feel cool March air rush past, pine and saltwater sharp in your nostrils. Sheer cliffs plunge into the steel-grey sea; the pastel cascade of Positano appears, disappears, appears again.

half day expensive late morning, best light before possible afternoon cloud cover.
visceral thrill of the coast's legendary roadway with the freedom of a private, open-air ride.
Insider tip: wear layered clothing and a wind-resistant jacket. Higher elevations can feel significantly colder, in shade.
This month: reduced traffic in March makes for a less congested, more relaxed ride.
Discover the Magic of the Amalfi and Sorrento Coast by Vespa

Discover the Magic of the Amalfi and Sorrento Coast by Vespa

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5.0 232 reviews from $422

Citrus groves near Sorrento give way to dramatic seascapes. Engine noise echoes off rock walls. Fishing boats bob in quiet coves. Villages carry on without summer crowds.

half day expensive midday, when temperatures are most comfortable for extended time outdoors.
broader, immersive perspective of the entire Sorrentine Peninsula's landscape and rhythm.
Insider tip: confirm the specific route with your guide in advance. Some minor coastal roads or viewpoints may have different accessibility in March due to maintenance.
Ravioli & Tagliatelle Cooking Class at a Local's Home in Positano

Ravioli & Tagliatelle Cooking Class at a Local's Home in Positano

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5.0 160 reviews from $176

Simmering tomato sauce warms the air. Soft dough meets your fingers. You will handcraft lemony ravioli, taste tangy local cheese, and glance through a kitchen window at tiled rooftops and the sea.

3-4 hours moderate afternoon, ending in an early dinner of your own creation.
intimate connection to Positano's culinary traditions far from any restaurant kitchen.
Insider tip: ask your host about family recipes and where they source ricotta and lemons in the off-season.
Private boat tour of the Amalfi coast or Capri

Private boat tour of the Amalfi coast or Capri

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5.0 141 reviews from $704

Presents a stark, powerful seascape. Water looks deep emerald. Sea caves smell of damp salt and echo with the slap of waves. You can sometimes have famous grottoes entirely to yourself, feeling cool spray as the boat noses into cliffs.

half day expensive morning, when winds are lightest and water surface is calmest.
privileged, crowd-free access to the coastal scenery from its most dramatic perspective.
Insider tip: discuss itinerary flexibility with your captain. Calmer morning seas in March provide better conditions for reaching spots like the Fjord of Furore.
This month: sea conditions are variable. Some captains may advise against crossing to Capri if the mistral wind is strong, making the mainland coast a more reliable plan.
Amalfi Coast Gems; Private Tour of Amalfi, Ravello, Minori,Maiori

Amalfi Coast Gems; Private Tour of Amalfi, Ravello, Minori,Maiori

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5.0 82 reviews from $404

Walk quiet, vaulted streets of Amalfi. Stand in panoramic gardens of Ravello where wind moves through pines and early spring blooms appear. Towns feel palpably serene in March. You can study detailed mosaics and cool, shadowy cloisters without distraction.

full day expensive early start makes the most of daylight.
deep, scholarly appreciation of the coast's historic centers during their most contemplative season.
Insider tip: wear sturdy walking shoes with good grip. Polished stone steps and pathways can be slick with March dampness.
Amalfi Coast tour

Amalfi Coast tour

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5.0 150 reviews from $270

You will see well-known vistas from cliffside pull-offs, feel humid air inside a limoncello cellar, and taste salty, briny fresh anchovies in a coastal village. Commentary links landscape, history, and flavors.

full day expensive weekday, to avoid potential weekend traffic from nearby Naples.
efficient, complete overview for first-time visitors seeking context and highlights.
Insider tip: choose a smaller group tour if available. Vehicle size affects ease of navigating narrow coastal roads and finding parking in March.

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Essential Tips

Insider knowledge and common pitfalls to avoid

Insider Knowledge
The best limoncello to take home isn't in tourist shops. Hunt the small, unmarked bottles at the back of the Alimentari grocery on Via dei Mulini. The owner's cousin in Praiano makes it; it's sharper, less syrupy. If the ferry to Capri is running, reduced schedule until April, go. You'll have the Piazzetta and the gardens of Villa San Michele in Anacapri in tranquil, pre-season calm that vanishes by May. For coffee with a view minus the premium, skip the front-row seats at Bar Bagni da Ferdinando on the beach. Climb one level to the terrace of Music on the Rocks club; it's open by day, often empty, same vista, half the price. The green shutter of Da Vincenzo on Via Pasitea may be down Monday or Tuesday. Don't despair. Walk around the corner to Lo Guarracino on Via Positanesi d'America. Waiters from the fancy spots eat here on their day off. The spaghetti with clams tastes of cold seawater.
Avoid These Mistakes
Assume all boats reach the Blue Grotto. In March, the swell at the cave mouth is often too high for the tiny rowboats. It's frequently closed; don't plan a day around it. Don't drive yourself along the coast and into Positano. Parking is nightmarishly expensive and scarce even in low season. Take the SITA bus from Sorrento; it's the sane move. Don't pack only for 'spring.' The microclimate here is its own beast. Evenings by the water demand more warmth than the daytime high of 16°C (60°F) suggests.
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