Yes, for walkers, sightseers and anyone who likes a coast with room to breathe: November on the Amalfi Coast still gives mild afternoons and a sea close to 67°F (19°C) in the air and water alike. The Path of the Gods, the Amalfi arsenal and the Ravello gardens all fit into the month.
The stake is the light and the rain. Days are under ten hours long, about ten of them bring rain, and the Christmas markets and concerts of Amalfi belong to December.
At a glance
- Afternoon high: 67°F (19°C)
- Night low: 56°F (14°C)
- Rainy days: 10 in the month
- Rainfall: 4 inches (96 mm)
- Sea: 67°F (19°C)
- Daylight on November 15: 9 hours 57 minutes
What is the weather like on the Amalfi Coast in November?
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rain | Rainy days | Sea | Daylight (15th) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 63°F (17°C) | 3.5 in (88 mm) | 7 | 71°F (22°C) | 11 h 12 |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 56°F (14°C) | 3.8 in (96 mm) | 10 | 67°F (19°C) | 9 h 57 |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 51°F (11°C) | 3.4 in (87 mm) | 9 | 62°F (17°C) | 9 h 16 |
*Long-term monthly averages.*
November is mild and damp. Afternoons reach 67°F (19°C) in Amalfi and nights fall to 56°F (14°C), so a sweater is enough in the evening and the day is comfortable for walking and sightseeing.
About ten days bring rain, and the month collects 4 inches (96 mm) in all. Plan the long outdoor sights, such as the Path of the Gods, for the clear mornings and keep the museums and villas for the wet days. Daylight lasts just under ten hours in mid-month, so start early.
October is warmer, with afternoons at 76°F (24°C) and fewer rainy days. December is cooler, at 60°F (16°C), and the sea cools with it. November sits between the two, a little less settled than October and a little gentler than December.
Where to go on the Amalfi Coast in November
Amalfi
Afternoons reach 67°F (19°C). The Cathedral of St Andrew the Apostle rises above Piazza Duomo with its wide staircase, and the Chiostro del Paradiso is attached to it. SITA buses link the town with Positano, Sorrento, Salerno, Ravello and Agerola.
Ravello
Ravello sits on a hill between about 350 and 365 meters (roughly 1,150 to 1,200 feet) above the sea, with Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone for gardens and terraces. The town has no beach of its own, which matters little in a month when the sea is for looking at. The Ravello Festival runs from June to September, so concerts are for another trip.
Positano
Positano runs a degree or two cooler than Amalfi, with afternoons at 65°F (18°C) and nights at 55°F (13°C). It is one of the most popular destinations for visitors from all over the world, and the most expensive and crowded village of the coast in summer. In November the same streets are an easier walk.
Cetara
Cetara is a small fishing village at the foot of Monte Falerio.
Maiori and Minori
Maiori and Minori are the start of the Sentiero dei Limoni (Lemon Path), with the ruins of a Roman villa nearby. Minori lies in an inlet between Capo d’Orso and Conca dei Marini. The Maiori to Sorrento run costs 29.50 euros one way for adults.
What to do on the Amalfi Coast in November
The Path of the Gods in cool November weather
The Path of the Gods runs from Bomerano in Agerola, at about 2,030 feet (618 meters), to Nocelle, a hamlet of Positano, at about 1,380 feet (420 meters). Walking time is about 3 to 4 hours. The cool air of November suits a trail with a total elevation change of about 2,090 feet (638 meters).
A spring with drinking water sits at Grotta Biscotto, and Nocelle has a drinking fountain. From Nocelle, 1,700 steps lead down to the SS163 in about an hour. Start in the morning, and check the sky first, since the descent is long if rain arrives.
The Arsenale and the Paper Museum in Amalfi
Its guided Arsenal Experience lasts about 30 minutes, in several languages, and is included in the ticket price.
The Museo della Carta sits in an old paper mill at the start of the road to the Valle delle Ferriere. A guided tour follows the making of the ancient Bambagina paper of Amalfi. Both visits fit a rainy morning.
Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo in Ravello
Villa Cimbrone has gardens and the Terrazzo dell’Infinito, a viewpoint over the coast. Entrance costs ten euros. Villa Rufolo is a 13th-century villa with Italian gardens and panoramic terraces.
Gardens and terraces are best on a clear day, so keep Ravello for the dry spell of the week and take the museums for the wet one.
Colatura di alici and lemons at the table
Limoncello comes at the end of the meal, and the lemon appears on every menu and in the shop windows as candied peel. The main lemon harvest runs from March to May, so November brings the product and not the picking.
Colatura di alici is used mainly to dress spaghetti. Ask for it in Cetara, where the new year’s bottling happens in November and December. Costa d’Amalfi DOC wine is on wine lists all along the coast and at its source in Tramonti.
Is the Amalfi Coast busy in November?
The crowds belong to summer. From June to August the SS163 becomes congested, in July and August it slows to a walking pace, and the ZTL restrictions are active in Amalfi, Positano and Ravello. Amalfi draws visitors in every period of the year, especially in the warm season. November sits outside the worst of that cycle.
Positano is the village with the higher prices and the bigger crowds, Praiano is quiet and residential, and Salerno is a budget base, with a regional railway station and ferry and bus links to Amalfi.
Can you swim on the Amalfi Coast in November?
The sea averages 67°F (19°C) in November, down from 71°F (22°C) in October. A short dip is possible for hardy swimmers, but this is not a month for long swims.
The small beach at the bottom of the Fiordo di Furore is open to swimmers. Marina Grande beach in Amalfi is convenient and often crowded in peak season, a worry that fades in November.
What to pack for the Amalfi Coast in November
November asks for layers and something for rain, plus shoes for steps and trails.
- A sweater or light jacket for evenings, with nights at 56°F (14°C).
- A waterproof jacket or umbrella, for about ten rainy days.
- Shoes with good grip for the Path of the Gods and its 1,700 steps down to the SS163.
- A refillable water bottle, with a spring at Grotta Biscotto and a fountain at Nocelle.
- A swimsuit only if you plan a short dip, with the sea at 67°F (19°C).
- A headlamp or phone light for late walks, since daylight lasts under ten hours.
What to know before visiting the Amalfi Coast in November
The State Department’s advisory for Italy is Level 2, Exercise increased caution, issued September 10, 2026, due to terrorism. It recommends enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate, and highly recommends buying travel insurance before you travel.
Amalfi’s green zone is a limited traffic zone where access and parking are allowed only to residents with a permit. A new ZTL access control system for the historic center started on January 1, 2026. No coastal village has a railway station, so plan on SITA buses or ferries, and check the winter timetable before you go.
Is November a good time to visit the Amalfi Coast?
Yes, for travelers who want walks, gardens, museums and food without the summer crush. November gives afternoons of 67°F (19°C) and a calm coast, with a fair share of rain.
Shifting four weeks earlier brings October, with afternoons at 76°F (24°C), a sea at 71°F (22°C) and about seven rainy days. Shifting later brings December, with afternoons at 60°F (16°C), a sea at 62°F (17°C), and Christmas markets, concerts and the Capodanno più lungo d’Italia in Amalfi.
If you want swimming, pick October. If you want fewer crowds and still-mild days, pick November. If you want Christmas events, go in December.
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