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Amalfi Coast Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Amalfi Coast, Italy in December.

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Sorrento Positano Amalfi Ravello

Are you planning a trip a to the Amalfi Coast, Italy in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Amalfi Coast in December

The Amalfi Coast, Italy is a region in Italy. December in the Amalfi Coast generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Sorrento.

For specific regional insights in the Amalfi Coast, Italy, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Sorrento with an average of 155 mm (6.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Ravello with 171 mm (6.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Sorrento receives about 110 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore the Amalfi Coast by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Amalfi Coast — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sorrento)

January14°C (57°F) February14°C (57°F) March15°C (59°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October22°C (72°F) November18°C (64°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Amalfi Coast in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Amalfi Coast.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Amalfi Coast

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Amalfi Coast, Italy?

Temperature range in the Amalfi Coast (December)

Precipitation variation in the Amalfi Coast (December)

Sorrento

In December Sorrento generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
110 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
183 mm (7.2 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Sorrento →

Positano

In December Positano generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
110 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
186 mm (7.3 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Positano →

Amalfi

In December Amalfi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
110 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
201 mm (7.9 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Amalfi →

Ravello

In December Ravello generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
110 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
204 mm (8 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ravello →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Amalfi Coast, in Italy.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Amalfi Coast in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sorrento 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
Positano 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Amalfi 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Ravello 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)

The Amalfi Coast weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Amalfi Coast, Italy in December?

the Amalfi Coast, Italy typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Sorrento average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Amalfi Coast, Italy in December?

Sorrento averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

Does the Amalfi Coast, Italy get a lot of rain in December?

Sorrento typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 155 mm (6.1 in) on average across the Amalfi Coast, Italy.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Amalfi Coast, Italy?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to the Amalfi Coast, Italy with often unpleasant weather in Sorrento.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Sorrento. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Amalfi Coast.

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