Visiting Sorrento in January

Winter on the Sorrentine Peninsula

Visiting Sorrento in January

In January, expect rain and cold winds in Sorrento, though you can certainly get warmer, sunny days. In general, the weather on the coast is what you would expect in winter during the months of January and February. Very few tourists visit during this time of year, and many locals take advantage of these slower months to go on holiday in warmer climes themselves! You'll find quite a few hotels, restaurants, and other businesses close until the season pick back up in March.

The Weather in January

January and February bring the coldest temperatures of the year, though they will very rarely go below 5°C.

  • 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

What to Do in January

Though the weather may not be the best, Sorrento can be an interesting destination all year round because it is one of the few on the coast that is lively with locals even in the winter months. There are about 16,000 residents in the city, many of whom take evening walks and dine out in one of the many excellent local restaurants on winter evenings.

What to do in Sorrento when it rains

January is also an excellent month to visit Pompeii and Herculaneum, as long as you choose a day with no rain:

Visit Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Mount Vesuvius

You can also take a day trip from Sorrento to Capri, and experience the quieter and more authentic side of the island when it isn't crowded with tourists:

Winter guide to Capri

Another great idea is taking a day trip to Naples to visit its many museums and churches, the perfect option on a rainy day:

A day in Naples

The best experiences and tours in Visiting Sorrento in January

Departure from Positano

Herculaneum and Pompeii in one tour
Make the most of your time
Half-day in ancient Rome

Private Luxury Vehicle

From € 250 Per vehicle |Max 19 passengers

Duration 4 ore

Herculaneum: Guided Tour Departing from Naples
Shared

Departure from Naples

Guided tour of Herculaneum
Round-trip transfer Naples/Herculaneum included
Skip-the-line entrance

Tour

€ 70 per guest

Duration 3 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)

Departure from Naples

See the Amalfi Coast and Pompeii in a single day
Skip-the-line entrance
Guided tours

Tour

€ 155 per guest

Duration 8 ore

Free cancellation

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

Departure from Naples

Walking tour of Naples
Street food tastings
See the Roman ruins in San Lorenzo

Tour

€ 55 per guest

Duration 5 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)

Departure from Pompeii

Guided tour for the whole family
The best of Pompeii in 2 hours
Priority entry to the archaeological site

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

Experience the captivating old town in Naples
Admire the majestic Duomo di San Gennaro
Sample Neapolitan street food

Tour

€ 50 per guest

Duration 3 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)

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

Freedom and flexibility
Action cam for great photos along the Amalfi Coast
No parking or traffic stress

Kimko Agility 125

From € 90 Per Scooter | Max 2 passengers

Duration 10 ore

(72 Reviews)

Departure from Naples, Sorrento, Rome

A full-day tour with a professional driver and luxury sedan or minivan to visit three of the most iconic towns on the Amalfi Coast: Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello.

Private Car or Minivan

From € 580 Per vehicle | Max 8 passengers

Duration 8 ore 12 ore

(1646 Reviews)

Departure from Sorrento, Massa Lubrense

Bike along the historic paths of the Sorrento Coast
Enjoy full immersion in nature and peace
Taste a delicious glass of homemade limoncello

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

Visit Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi in one day
Transfer with comment on board
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 full-day tour via air-conditioned vehicle to visit Pompeii and Herculaneum + a hike to the crater of Mt. Vesuvius.

Private Car or Minivan

From € 580 Per vehicle | Max 8 passengers

Duration 8 ore

(1646 Reviews)

Departure from Naples

Flexible departure from Naples
Visit two archaeological sites
Views from the top of Mt. Vesuvius

Tour

From € 300 Per group | Max 18 passengers

Duration 8 ore

Free cancellation

(2427 Reviews)

Where to stay in Visiting Sorrento in January

Villas - Positano

All the beauty of the Amalfi Coast from your terrace

  • The spectacular sea view from the private terrace
  • The panoramic position just 20 minutes far from Positano
  • The large spaces of the villa and the kitchen equipped with everything you need

4 stars - Sorrento

Perched above the Mediterranean Sea in Sorrento's "old town"

  1. Suite Pitloo: a jacuzzi on the terrace with a view
  2. A dinner by candlelight with a view over the Bay of Naples
  3. An elevator directly from the hotel to the beach
From € 420
(1263 Reviews)

B&B and Homes - Sorrento

Terraces overlooking paradise...

  1. A pool with a gorgeous view
  2. Postcard-perfect sunsets from the terrace
  3. The privacy of an apartment with the comforts of a hotel
(545 Reviews)