Sorrento weather by month

When to go to Sorrento

For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: July, August. November is the wettest month (189 mm, about 14 rainy days) and July the driest (16 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 26.4°C and coolest in February at 14.2°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Naples International Airport (NAP, 30 km from Sorrento) takes roughly 2 h 48 min - short-haul (up to 4.5 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Europe/Rome.

Records and extremes, 1991-2020

The hottest day recorded in Sorrento between 1991 and 2020 reached 34.9°C on 10 August 2017; the coldest fell to -5.6°C on 28 February 2018. In August one day in ten tops 30.2°C and about 13% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 4.5°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was November 2019 with 528 mm, against a November average of 189 mm.

Winter and spring: cool starts, warmer days by May

December feels cool rather than warm, with daytime averages of 13°C, so bring a jacket and leave room for wet-weather plans. January and February both average 12°C by day and 8°C at night: manageable for walking with layers, but not weather for sitting outside in light clothing. March edges up to 14°C without much improvement in rain frequency. April's 17°C days make time outdoors more comfortable, though a waterproof remains useful and evenings still call for a warmer layer. May is the clearer turning point, reaching 20°C with fewer rainy days and longer sunshine hours. It suits travellers who want warmth without summer heat, although the sea averages 19°C, so swimming may still feel chilly. Across spring, pack for the difference between daytime warmth and cooler evenings.

Summer: the strongest choice for sunshine and the sea

June offers a useful balance: daytime averages of 24°C, a sea temperature of 23°C and relatively little rain. It is a good choice if July and August sound too warm. July is the driest month, averaging 3 rainy days and 12 hours of sunshine, so it gives you the best chance of keeping outdoor plans simple. August is the hottest month and has the warmest sea, making it particularly suitable for travellers who put swimming first. The trade-off is less relief after sunset: July and August nights average 22°C. Pack light clothing, use sun protection and leave room for shade or a rest around midday.

Autumn: lingering sea warmth, increasing rain

September keeps much of June's warmth, with both the daytime air and sea averaging 24°C. That makes it a strong swimming option, but its 9 rainy days mean you should be more flexible about outdoor plans than in summer. October is milder on land at 21°C, while the sea holds at 22°C; it can suit travellers who value a warmer sea more than long sunshine hours. Bring a layer for evenings and expect some interruptions from rain. November shifts the balance towards cooler, wetter weather. Days average 17°C, but it is the wettest month, with 14 rainy days. Choose it only if sunshine and swimming are not the main reasons for your trip.