Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Amalfi in October
Amalfi cools off: highs slip to 71°F (22°C), from 76°F in September, with lows of 67°F (19°C) and about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain.
At 87/100 for comfort (6th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 71°F (22°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (88 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 44%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 53 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What October feels like
Highs settle around 71°F (22°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Lows average 67°F (19°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.5 in (88 mm).
Plan around October
October is one of Amalfi's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: November highs fall to 65°F.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 80/100.
- Comfort slips from 93/100 in September to 87/100.
- Our Amalfi Coast Escape route recommends May – Sep, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 71°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Amalfi in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Atrani
Tiny neighboring village with a piazza and beach, a 10-minute walk east of Amalfi.
Why now October scores 87/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Grotta dello Smeraldo
Sea cave with emerald light, visited by rowboat, a short drive west of Amalfi.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best midday, Apr–Oct.
Trattoria da Ciccio Cielo-Mare-Terra
Clifftop trattoria just west of town with big sea views and seafood pasta.
Da Gemma
Family restaurant since 1872 with a terrace above the main street and classic seafood dishes.
Why now Highs near 71°F and 3.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Duomo di Amalfi
Striped Arab-Norman cathedral atop a grand staircase, with the Cloister of Paradise next door.
Nearby in October
- Ravello in October~1 mi · highs 67°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Sorrento in October~12 mi · highs 70°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Palermo in October~186 mi · highs 76°F, 3.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Taormina in October~196 mi · highs 74°F, 3.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Positano.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Amalfi in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Amalfi?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 87/100. Expect highs of 71°F (22°C) and 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain. Our Amalfi Coast Escape route recommends May – Sep, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Amalfi in October?
Average highs are 71°F (22°C) and average lows 67°F (19°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amalfi in October?
Some: about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.6 in (828 mm).
What should I pack for Amalfi in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 71°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Amalfi in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.