To be honest, if we were to choose the worst month in which to visit Capri and the Amalfi Coast, it would have to be January. After the Epiphany holiday on the 6th, most hotels and restaurants on the island and coast close for the season, only to reopen at Easter.
In addition, January is the coldest month of the year, with frequent grey, rainy days.
- 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
But there are also advantages to choosing this month to holiday on the island and coast: prices are definitely at the lowest during the year, and you won't encounter crowds or long lines. You can visit Pompeii and Herculaneum in peace, without having to deal with the hot summer sun on large tour groups, and you'll have the island of Capri virtually to yourself and can take advantage of discount shopping in the boutiques in Sorrento. January is also a great time to take a day trip to Naples and visit the museums and monuments.
Here are some tips for visiting Capri and the Amalfi Coast in winter:
Choose Sorrento for your base, since businesses are open all year round.
This is the month in which you should book your summer vacation to have the widest choice of hotels!
Choose from our selected and vetted tours & experiences. Book now for the best rates and availability!
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Food experience
Duration 2 hours
Departure from: Naples, Sorrento
Duration 8 hours
Private full day tour or shore excursion of the most beautiful gems along the Amalfi Coast. Hop aboard our elegant sedan or minivan to visit Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, and the prettiest fishing villages along the coastline! Bilingual driver will assist you during your tour.
Duration: 8 hours
Departure from: Naples, Sorrento, Positano
Duration 8 hours
An unforgettable day that includes a visit to the ruins in Pompeii, a drive up the slopes of Mount Vesuvius to hike to the crater, and a tour and tasting with lunch or a light snack at the foot of the volcano. All on board a comfortable luxury sedan or van!
Rent
Duration 6 hours
Departure from: Sorrento
Duration 8 hours
Departure from: Capri
Duration 8 hours
Rent
Duration 1 hour
Even if you are on the island for just a few hours, enjoy Capri to the fullest! ERent a scooter to skip the crowds and discover the island.
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
Duration 9 hours
For fans of archaeology and the great outdoors, this full day driving tour departing from Sorrento or Naples by one of the luxury Eurolimo sedans or vans includes visits to the Pompeii and Herculaneum archaeological sites, and a drive up the slope of Mount Vesuvius!
Duration: 9 hours
Departure from: Sorrento
Duration 6 hours
Leave from Sorrento (or the Amalfi Coast) to discover the breathtaking Greek temples in Paestum, followed by an afternoon dedicated to the most famous local specialty: buffalo mozzarella. See a cheese-making demonstration and sample this delicious delicacy!
Duration: 6 hours
Departure from: Naples, Sorrento, Positano
Duration 8 hours
Spend an entire day discovering the history of Pompeii and Herculaneum and the majesty of Mount Vesuvius! Book our driving tour for an unforgettable experience departing from Sorrento, Positano, or Naples on an elegant sedan or minivan with a bilingual driver.
Duration: 8 hours
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
Choose among our selected and reviewed accommodations on the island, with more than 12.000+ dream rooms reserved.
Just booked:
Your Mediterranean home-from-home.
Small Boutique Hotels - Anacapri
Paradise on Capri
Your boutique hotel, made in Capri
A welcoming B&B with a shabby chic vibe in the heart of Anacapri
Boutique and bottle!
A garden B&B with an artistic touch
A centrally-located hotel with views to die for? You've found it!
Your panoramic B&B in the center of Anacapri
A family hotel with island style!
Bed & Breakfast (with sunset included!)
Live like a local in a historic island home
A historic hotel, at an amazing price!
A table with a view, dinner on a budget, an elegant gourmet meal...here is our guide to the best restaurants on Capri.
Most popular:
Tales of the unexpected
Hours: Lunch: 01.00 PM - 03.00 PM Dinner: 07.00 PM to midnight
Monday closed
Yummy scrummy Anacapri!
Hours: 11:30AM-3:30PM, 7:00PM-01:00AM
Open daily
A gourmet paradise in the heart of Capri
Hours: 11:30am - 3.00pm and 6.30pm to 10.30 pm
Wednesday closed
(From January 3rd to March 1st open at lunch and dinner only on Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Streetfood, island style!
Open daily
Wine and dine
Hours: From 12:45pm to 4pm and from 8:00pm to midnight
Wednesday closed
