Visiting the Amalfi Coast in January

How to Enjoy the Amalfi Coast in Winter

Visiting the Amalfi Coast in January

We don't want to discourage you, but unfortunately January is by far the worst month of the year to visit the Amalfi Coast. After the Christmas and New Year holidays, most businesses close for the season, only to open back up for Easter.

In Positano, most restaurants and hotels are closed, but some to stay open through the winter in Amalfi.

The Weather in January

January is the coldest month of the year on the Amalfi Coast, with overcast or wet days.

Heavy rains often bring mud slides and blockages along the coastal highway 163 that runs between the towns long the coast, and traffic can be blocked for days at a time. There are regular ferries only between Capri, Sorrento, and Naples; the ferry routes linking Positano and Amalfi do not run in winter.

  • Average high temperature (in Celsius): 15° C
  • Average low temperature (in Celsius): 10° C
  • Chance of rain: 30%
  • Chance of clouds: 50%
  • Average sea temperature (in Celsius): 15° C
  • Average daylight hours: 9

So, Should We Skip a Winter Visit?

Not necessarily! There are some advantages to visiting the coast in the winter: prices are lower and there are no crowds or long lines to board public transportation. You can visit Pompeii and Herculaneum in peace, without having to suffer under the hot sun with the summer crowds. The island of Capri has a wild beauty in the winter, and the shops and boutiques in Sorrento hold their winter sales.

With a bit of luck, you may even get a few sunny days to visit the towns along the coast, taking advantage of the light traffic to travel from town to town.

Where to Stay

Choose Sorrento as your base, since it is the most vibrant in the winter. Otherwise, stay in Amalfi, the larges of the towns on the Amalfi Coast proper, where shops and restaurants are more likely to be open.

What to Do

This is the perfect season to visit Pompeii and Herculaneum, or wander the many museums in Naples

Visit Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Mount Vesuvius
A Day in Naples

Winter on the Amalfi Coast

The best experiences and tours in Visiting the Amalfi Coast in January

Departure from Positano

See Pompeii and Herculaneum in one tour
Luxury vehicle with air conditioning and Wi-Fi
Expert English-speaking driver

Private Luxury Vehicle

From € 250 Per vehicle |Max 19 passengers

Duration 4 ore

Herculaneum: Guided Tour Departing from Naples
Shared

Departure from Naples

1.5-hour guided tour of Herculaneum
Round trip transfer Naples/Herculaneum
Expert guide to explore the ruins

Tour

€ 70 per guest

Duration 3 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)

Departure from Naples

The highlights of the Amalfi Coast
A guided tour of Pompeii
Lunch at a traditional restaurant

Tour

€ 155 per guest

Duration 8 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)
Guided Tour of Naples: Historic Center and Underground
Shared

Departure from Naples

Explore Naples on foot
Sample the city's street foode
Visit the San Lorenzo ruins

Tour

€ 55 per guest

Duration 5 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)

Departure from Pompeii

Skip the line at the Pompeii archaeological site
Visit the site with your family
Explore Pompeii with a local guide

Tour

From € 165 Per group | Max 25 people

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)
Naples Historic Center and Market -  Guided Tour
Shared

Departure from Naples

The picturesque Pignasecca market
An expert guide included
The livey Spaccanapoli

Tour

€ 50 per guest

Duration 3 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)

Departure from Amalfi, Positano, Ravello, Conca dei Marini, Maiori, Minori, Praiano

Visit the coastline independently with a scooter
No hassle to park
Fantastic photos with an action cam-micro SD kit included

Kimko Agility 125

From € 90 Per scooter | Max 2 passengers

Duration 10 ore

(72 Reviews)

Departure from Naples, Sorrento, Rome

Full-day with a private driver
Visit Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello
Luxury vehicle with a/c

Private Car or Minivan

From € 580 Per vehicle | Max 8 passengers

Duration 8 ore 12 ore

(1646 Reviews)

Departure from Sorrento, Massa Lubrense

Certified cycling guide
A guided e-bike adventure
Sample traditional lemon products

Limoncello

€ 60 per guest

Duration 2 ore 2 ore 2 ore

Free cancellation

(46 Reviews)
Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi Tour - From Naples
Shared

Departure from Naples

Transfer with a guide
Visit Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi in one day
Lunch on the Amalfi Coast

Tour

€ 110 per guest

Duration 9 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)

Departure from Amalfi, Naples, Positano, Sorrento, Maiori, Minori, Praiano

A private tour of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Mt. Vesuvius
Get dropped off at the Vesuvius trail head
Transportation by luxury vehicle

Private Car or Minivan

From € 580 Per vehicle | Max 8 passengers

Duration 8 ore

(1646 Reviews)

Departure from Naples

Private transportation from Naples
Visit the crater atop Mt. Vesuvius
Stop at both Herculaneum and Pompeii

Tour

From € 300 Per group | Max 18 passengers

Duration 8 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)

Where to stay in Visiting the Amalfi Coast in January

4 stars - Positano

Positano's Dolce Vita

  1. The charm of a historic hotel in Positano
  2. The delicious traditional local cuisine
  3. The vicinity to the Spiaggia Grande beach
(1483 Reviews)

Small Boutique Hotels - Positano

The art of hospitality - in Positano

  1. Traditional Mediterranean elegance on the Amalfi Coast
  2. Luxurious suites with hydromassage baths facing the sea
  3. The stunning works of art in the gallery in the hall
From € 651
(1278 Reviews)

Restaurants open in Visiting the Amalfi Coast in January

2 euro - Nerano - Massa Lubrense

One of Nerano's most storied restaurants

Seasonal dishes made with quality local ingredients at this family-run beach restaurant.

(80 Reviews)