December in Sorrento is all about one thing: Christmas! Sorrento has become known over recent years for its sumptuous Christmas lights and decorations, including a towering musical tree in Piazza Tasso, and if its seasonal concerts and events organized for the annual “Mi illumino d’inverno” festival.
Temperatures are cool in December, but there is a bit less rain than in November. This month has the shortest days of the year, and the sun is already setting at 5 pm each afternoon.
- Average high temperature (in Celsius): 15° C
- Average low temperature (in Celsius): 10° C
- Chance of rain: 30%
- Chance of clouds: 47%
- Average sea temperature (in Celsius): 17° C
- Average daylight hours: 9
Each weekend in December, Sorrento has street artists, concerts, parades, and “Villaggio di Babbo Natale” (Santa's Village) in the garden at Villa Fiorentino. The town is decked out in seasonal lights and decorations, and Corso Italia makes for the perfect backdrop for a seasonal stroll.
We suggest you plan an afternoon exploring Amalfi and Atrani, where the Christmas lights are also beautiful after sunset, or Salerno for a more artistic take on seasonal decorations.
Don't miss Naples at Christmas, especially the famous “San Gregorio Armeno” lane, where traditional Nativity sets are made by hand.
Weather permitting, a trip across the water to Capri is always a fun excursion, and there are daily ferries from Sorrento all year round.
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Departure from: Amalfi, Ravello
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Departure from: Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano
Duration 8 hours
Departure from: Naples, Sorrento, Rome
Duration 8 hours 12 hours
Departure from: Naples
Duration 8 hours
A boat tour of Capri departing from Naples: a full-day at sea with stops to swim and snorkel, snacks, and free time on the island
Departure from: Pompeii
Duration 2 hours (Morning)
Departure from: Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano
Duration 8 hours
Departure from: Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano
Duration 8 hours
Departure from: Naples, Sorrento, Positano
Duration 8 hours
Departure from: Pompeii, Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano, Castellammare di Stabia
Duration 5 hours (Morning)
Departure from: Naples
Duration 9 hours
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