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When to Visit Positano

Climate guide & best times to travel

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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
Positano runs on Mediterranean time. Forget four distinct seasons. Think dry, endless summers and cooler, wetter winters instead. No monsoons here. But rainfall swings hard. Summer stays remarkably dry. November dumps the most. Humidity holds steady year-round. That weight in the air? It sticks around, warm evening or damp morning alike. The terrain shapes everything. The village grips steep cliffs. When rain hits, water races down stepped pathways. Feels intense. Showers pass fast, though, outside the core wet months. The sea moderates everything. Winters stay mild for this latitude. Summer heat breaks with afternoon breezes off the water.

Best Time to Visit

Recommended timing for different travel styles.

Beach
Hit the beach. Do nothing else. Late May through September wins. The sea warms up. Days stretch long. Sun comes reliable.
Cultural
Want churches without crowds? Skip peak heat. April, May, October deliver. Wander freely. Explore towns. Breathe easier.
Adventure
Hike the Path of the Gods. Tackle inland trails. April and May work. September and October too. Temperatures sit right. Exertion feels good.
Budget
Save money? Come late autumn. Try early spring. March works. November works too. Fewer people. Lower prices. You lose some sunshine. Fair trade.

What to Pack

Essentials and seasonal recommendations for Positano.

Year-Round Essentials
comfortable, sturdy walking shoes
for the endless stairs and steep lanes
a reusable water bottle
to fill up at public fountains
a power adapter for Italy's Type L plugs (220V voltage)
None
sun protection that's more potent than you might expect for the Mediterranean
None
a lightweight scarf or pashmina
useful for covering shoulders in churches or for a breezy evening
spring and autumn
Clothing
layers like a light sweater, a waterproof jacket for occasional showers
Layering Tip
layers like a light sweater
summer
Clothing
breathable, light clothing
Footwear
sandals you can walk in
Accessories
a hat
winter
Clothing
a proper coat, warm layers
Footwear
waterproof footwear for rain
Layering Tip
warm layers
Plug Type
Type L
Voltage
220V
Adapter Note
a power adapter for Italy's Type L plugs
Skip These Items
high heels, which are impractical on the cobbles excessive beach towels as most accommodations provide them a hairdryer which is standard in hotels formal evening wear as the vibe is casually elegant a car, as parking is famously difficult and expensive in Positano
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Month-by-Month Guide

Climate conditions and crowd levels for each month of the year.

January

January stays quiet. Cool too. Highs hit 14°C (57°F). Rain probable. You own the place. Shops cut hours. Restaurants too.

High 14°C (57°F)
Low None
Rainfall decent chance of rain
Crowds low
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February

February continues the pattern. Slightly colder. Slightly wetter. Low season drags on.

High None
Low None
Rainfall a bit more rainfall on average
Crowds low
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March

March shifts gears. Days lengthen. Rainfall plummets. Hope creeps in. Crowds stay thin. Walking weather arrives.

High None
Low None
Rainfall rainfall drops sharply
Crowds fewer crowds
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April

April brings real spring. Days warm to 20°C (68°F). Landscape greens up. Tourist season stirs. Crowds stay medium. At best.

High 20°C (68°F)
Low None
Rainfall None
Crowds medium
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May

May is Positano's opening act. Warm sun. First swims. Rain barely shows. Plans stay solid.

High None
Low None
Rainfall very little rain
Crowds None
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June

June fires up high season. Hot. Dry. Long days. Crowds increase. Beach hunger peaks.

High None
Low None
Rainfall dry
Crowds larger crowds
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July

July and August dominate. Heat. Crowds. Busy energy everywhere. Oddly, July sometimes surprises with rain.

High None
Low None
Rainfall can sometimes see a surprising amount of rain
Crowds high crowds
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August

July and August dominate. Heat. Crowds. Busy energy everywhere.

High None
Low None
Rainfall None
Crowds high crowds
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September

September cools the frenzy. Sea stays warm. Intense heat fades. Biggest crowds thin out.

High None
Low None
Rainfall None
Crowds crowds beginning to dissipate
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October

October cools fast. Rain returns, sometimes. Still pleasant. Summer crowds vanished. Explore freely.

High None
Low None
Rainfall occasional rain
Crowds summer masses gone
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November

November tops the wet charts. Cool. Damp. Businesses start shuttering for winter.

High None
Low None
Rainfall wettest month by a significant margin
Crowds None
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December

December brings festivity. Also low season. Chilly. Rain mixes in. Clear stretches happen. You might get lucky.

High None
Low None
Rainfall mix of rainy days
Crowds low season
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