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

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

(7105 Reviews)
Mt. Vesuvius Tour with Wine Tasting - From Pompeii Shared

Departure from Pompeii

Convenient direct trasfers
Tasting and light lunch included
Guided excursion to Mt. Vesuvius

Tour

€ 115 per guest

Duration 3 ore

Free cancellation

(7105 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

(7105 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

(145 Reviews)

Departure from Naples

Sample the pizza you make yourself
Learn about the history and lore of pizza
A scenic walk to the pizzeria

Tour

€ 65 per guest

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(7105 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

(1801 Reviews)

Departure from Naples

Free time for shopping
See the highlights in just hours
Stroll through Capri and Anacapri

Tour

From € 270 Per group | Max 24 people

Duration 6 ore

Free cancellation

(7105 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

(1801 Reviews)

Departure from Positano

Choose your departure time
English-speaking driver
Wi-Fi and air conditioning on board

Private Luxury Vehicle

From € 250 Per vehicle |Max 19 passengers

Duration 4 ore

Pompeii: Guided Tour Departing from Naples Shared

Departure from Naples

Transfer service included between Naples and Pompeii
1.5-hour tour with guide
Free time to souvenir shop near the archaeological park

Tour

€ 87 per guest

Duration 3 ore

Free cancellation

(7105 Reviews)
Guided Tour of Pompeii - Skip the line admission Shared

Departure from Pompeii

Guide included
Skip the line!
The best of Pompeii

Tour

€ 55 per guest

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(7105 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

(7105 Reviews)

Where to stay in Visiting the Amalfi Coast in January

4 stars - Positano

4 star perfection, in Positano

  1. The view of Positano from your bedroom balcony
  2. The fabulous Neapolitan cuisine served on the terrace
  3. Sea and beaches just a short walk away
From € 1,543

Tel. +39 089 811111

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.hotelposeidonpositano.it

4 stars - Positano

Your hotel in the center of Positano

  1. Luxurious suites.
  2. Panoramic restaurant with view of the Bay of Naples.
  3. Just 5 minutes away from the sea of the Amalfi Coast
From € 763

Tel. +39 089 812 2377

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.hotelposaposa.com

3 stars - Positano

The beach of Fornillo in front of you

  1. The delicious fish and pizzas served in the terrace restaurant.
  2. The beach of Fornillo, practically on your doorstep.
  3. The view of the sea surrounding Positano from your bedroom.

Tel. +39 089 875087

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.hotelpupetto.it

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

Tel. +39 089 875699

www.bucadibacco.it

5 stars - Praiano

White magic, on the Amalfi Coast

  1. An authentic design hotel in the heart of the Amalfi Coast
  2. The gourmet Mediterranean cuisine at "Un Piano nel Cielo" restaurant
  3. The private beach accessed by glass elevator
From € 965

Tel. +39 089 813 1333

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.casangelina.com

4 stars - Praiano

A little piece of paradise - in Praiano

  1. A typical Mediterranean villa with views of the sea surrounding Praiano
  2. The unique flavors of the Amalfi Coast, courtesy of Restaurant M'ama!
  3. The splendid terrace with solarium and hydromassage swimming pool
From € 526

Tel. +39 089 874628

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.hotelmargherita.info

Restaurants open in Visiting the Amalfi Coast in January

Il Refettorio New

Restaurants - Conca de' Marini

Exquisite fine dining in an ancient monastery

Michelin-starred restaurant at the Santa Rosa hotel in Conca dei Marini

Tel. +39 089 832 1199

Zass New

Restaurants - Positano

A Michelin-starred culinary experience with breathtaking views in Positano

This Michelin-starred restaurant at the San Pietro Hotel is an iconic Positano destination.

Tel. +39089875455

Li Galli Restaurant New

Restaurants - Positano

An intimate dining experience with authentic Mediterranean cuisine amidst the breathtaking landscape of Positano

Only seven tables for a truly exclusive dining experience

Tel. +39089875655

Il flauto di Pan New

Restaurants - Ravello

A gastronomic haven within the garden that enchanted the renowned composer Richard Wagner

The Michelin-starred restaurant nestled within the confines of Hotel Villa Cimbrone

Tel. +39089857459