Italy Amalfi Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Amalfi is moderate
December is moderate for Amalfi.
December is mild for winter but wet, at around 14°C/8°C with about 130mm of rain, and the coast is deep in its off-season.
Most seasonal hotels, restaurants, and ferry routes are closed, so a December trip means basing in Amalfi town, Sorrento, or Salerno, where more stays open, and planning a town-and-history visit rather than a beach or island one.
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Amalfi December Weather Stats
Avg High
14°C
Avg Low
8°C
Rainy Days
10
130mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
74%
damp
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 30
Sea Temp
16°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
32 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
13°C
Nighttime
6°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 30 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lowest prices and crowds
- Festive lights and nativity scenes (presepi)
- Peaceful, cheap historic sights
- Mild for European winter (14°C)
Cons
- Widespread seasonal closures
- Wet winter weather (130mm)
- Ferries mostly stopped, no island trips
- Short, cool days
December Events & Festivals
- Deep off-season — widespread closures
- Christmas (Dec 25) and New Year
- Nativity scenes (presepi) and festive decorations
- Wet winter weather
Amalfi in December — Full Picture
December is mild for winter but wet, at around 14°C/8°C with about 130mm of rain, and the coast is deep in its off-season.
Most seasonal hotels, restaurants, and ferry routes are closed, so a December trip means basing in Amalfi town, Sorrento, or Salerno, where more stays open, and planning a town-and-history visit rather than a beach or island one.
The festive season brings its own charm: Italian nativity scenes (presepi), Christmas lights, and a cozy atmosphere in the towns, with the Naples region especially known for its elaborate presepi. Christmas and New Year see a small local uptick, but nothing like summer.
The Duomo di Sant'Andrea, the Cloister of Paradise, and the Paper Museum are quiet and cheap to visit, and the lanes of Amalfi and Atrani are peaceful. Transport is the SITA bus along the winding road, as ferries are mostly stopped and the Blue Grotto is closed. Pack a warm jacket and an umbrella, and enjoy the calm — but go in for the atmosphere, not the beaches.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild but wet winter — around 14°C/8°C. A warm jacket, sweaters, a scarf, and an umbrella. The sea is too cold for swimming. Layers handle pleasant midday sun and cool, breezy evenings.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.3°C
10.7°C
7.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
28.3°C
20.3°C
3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22.7°C
15°C
8.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current13.3°C
6.7°C
9.7/mo
Amalfi Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13° | 6° | 10d·110mm | 4h | 73% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 6° | 9d·100mm | 4.5h | 72% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 8° | 9d·95mm | 5.5h | 70% | 4 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 10° | 8d·80mm | 6.5h | 70% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 22° | 14° | 6d·55mm | 8h | 70% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 26° | 18° | 4d·35mm | 9h | 68% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| 29° | 21° | 2d·20mm | 10h | 65% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 22° | 3d·30mm | 9.5h | 65% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 27° | 19° | 6d·70mm | 8h | 68% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 23° | 15° | 9d·130mm | 6h | 72% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 11° | 11d·165mm | 4.5h | 74% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 8° | 10d·130mm | 4h | 74% | 1 | Quiet | Low season |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Amalfi?
Amalfi in December is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Amalfi in December?
Amalfi December averages a high of 14°C and a low of 8°C.
Does it rain much in Amalfi in December?
Amalfi December averages 130mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Amalfi in December?
Mild but wet winter — around 14°C/8°C. A warm jacket, sweaters, a scarf, and an umbrella. The sea is too cold for swimming. Layers handle pleasant midday sun and cool, breezy evenings.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Amalfi in December?
Amalfi December sunrise is 07:05 and sunset is 16:40, with 9h 35min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Amalfi in December?
Amalfi December air quality (AQI) averages 44, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Amalfi in December?
In December, Amalfi is great for Duomo + Cloister of Paradise, Paper Museum (Museo della Carta), Nativity scenes and festive lights.
Is December peak season in Amalfi?
Amalfi December crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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