Italy Positano Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Positano is low
Positano Weather in January — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 13° / 6°
- Rainfall
- 110mm · 11 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Positano in January averages a high of 13°C and low of 6°C with 110mm of rain over about 11 days. Mild Mediterranean winter — around 13°C/6°C, often grey and rainy. A warm jacket, layers, and a waterproof. The village is very quiet, with many hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs closed. Sea too cold to swim.
January is low for Positano.
January is Positano's deep low season — mild but damp, and the village is at its quietest. It averages 13°C/6°C with 110mm of rain over about 11 days.
This is the time the cliffside village empties out: a large share of hotels, restaurants, and all the beach clubs close from roughly November to March, so options are limited and you should confirm a place is actually open before booking. The famous lanes are quiet and atmospheric, but many shutters are down.
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Positano January Weather Stats
Avg High
13°C
Avg Low
6°C
Rainy Days
11
110mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
72%
comfortable
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
16 km/h
Gusts 32
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
11°C
Nighttime
4°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
16 km/h
Max gust 32 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Lowest prices for what's open
- No crowds at all
- Quiet, atmospheric lanes
- Mild by European-winter standards
Cons
- Many hotels/restaurants/beach clubs closed
- Cool, grey, and often rainy
- Sea too cold to swim
- Ferries barely run — bus only
January Events & Festivals
- Low season — many businesses closed Nov-Mar
- Quietest month — few visitors
- New Year (Jan 1) — limited services
Positano in January — Full Picture
January is Positano's deep low season — mild but damp, and the village is at its quietest. It averages 13°C/6°C with 110mm of rain over about 11 days.
This is the time the cliffside village empties out: a large share of hotels, restaurants, and all the beach clubs close from roughly November to March, so options are limited and you should confirm a place is actually open before booking. The famous lanes are quiet and atmospheric, but many shutters are down.
The sea is too cold to swim and the weather too unsettled for boat trips or the Path of the Gods to be reliable. Ferries run little or not at all, so day trips lean on the SITA bus along the coast road.
The upside is solitude and the lowest prices of the year for whatever remains open. If you want Positano without crowds and don't mind grey skies and closures, it's peaceful — but most travelers are better served by April-October.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild Mediterranean winter — around 13°C/6°C, often grey and rainy. A warm jacket, layers, and a waterproof. The village is very quiet, with many hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs closed. Sea too cold to swim.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.3°C
10°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
28.7°C
19.3°C
3.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
22.3°C
14.3°C
9/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current13.3°C
6.7°C
10.7/mo
Positano Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13° | 6° | 11d·110mm | 4h | 72% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 6° | 10d·100mm | 4.5h | 71% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 7° | 10d·95mm | 5.5h | 70% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 10° | 9d·85mm | 6.5h | 69% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| May (Best) | 22° | 13° | 7d·55mm | 8h | 68% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 26° | 17° | 5d·35mm | 9h | 67% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| 30° | 20° | 3d·20mm | 10h | 65% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 21° | 3d·30mm | 9.5h | 66% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 27° | 18° | 6d·70mm | 8h | 68% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 22° | 14° | 9d·130mm | 6h | 71% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 11° | 12d·165mm | 4.5h | 73% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 8° | 11d·130mm | 4h | 73% | 2 | Quiet | Low season |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Positano?
Positano in January is low. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Positano in January?
Positano January averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C.
Does it rain much in Positano in January?
Positano January averages 110mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Positano in January?
Mild Mediterranean winter — around 13°C/6°C, often grey and rainy. A warm jacket, layers, and a waterproof. The village is very quiet, with many hotels, restaurants, and beach clubs closed. Sea too cold to swim.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Positano in January?
Positano January sunrise is 07:25 and sunset is 16:55, with 9h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Positano in January?
Positano January air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Positano in January?
In January, Positano is great for Quiet village wander (for what's open), Santa Maria Assunta church, Coastal drives between showers.
Is January peak season in Positano?
Positano January crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.