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.
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
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:
Another great idea is taking a day trip to Naples to visit its many museums and churches, the perfect option on a rainy day:
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Duration 2 hours
Departure from: Naples, Sorrento, Positano
Duration 8 hours
Departure from: Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano
Duration 8 hours
Departure from: Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano
Duration 8 hours
Departure from: Positano
Duration 8 hours
The ruins of Pompeii, the wines of Mount Vesuvius, and the charm of historic Sorrento: this private tour privato departing from Positano is an unforgettable day of discovery of the best of southern Italy.
Tour by luxury sedan or minivan with a professional bilingual driver.
Duration: 8 hours
Departure from: Sorrento
Duration 8 hours
Departure from: Naples, Sorrento
Duration 9 hours
Walk the Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei) hassle-free and visit the coastal village of Positano on this full-day tour with private driver.
Departure from: Pompeii, Positano
Duration 4 hours
Private tour from Positano to Pompeii with an authorized guide. An English speaking driver will pick you up and drive you on a Mercedes vehicle. Duration 5 hours
Departure from: Sorrento, Positano
Duration 7 hours
Are you interested in learning about how the historic "Lacryma Christi" wine is produced? Our wine tour takes you to the vineyards where this wine is made, with a visit to the cellar and lunch with a choice between two menùs. After your tasting, the tour continues to Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Departure from: Sorrento, Positano
Duration 8 hours
A tour that blends archaeology and cuisine, including a visit to the ruins of Pompeii, a winery stop to sample 15 different DOC regional wines, and a tasting of local specialties and Limoncello di Sorrento.
Duration: 8 hours
From Positano or Sorrento
Departure from: Naples, Sorrento, Amalfi
Duration 8 hours
This tour by luxury car along the Amalfi Coast includes the most beautiful spots along the coast: bustling Amalfi, picturesque Positano, and stunning Ravello. We'll also pass the charming fishing villages of Furore, Praiano, Conca dei Marini, and Scala.
Duration: 8 ore
Departure from: Naples, Sorrento, Positano
Duration 8 hours
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Fall head over heels for the Mediterranean: the sea, the art, the beauty
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Your Italian holiday in the heart of Sorrento
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