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Visiting Positano, Italy in January

The weather in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February. January has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 41.7% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.0 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Positano.

January has total rainfall of 1.6cm (0.6inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). January is too cold for swimming in Positano for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Consider visiting Positano in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for January.

Can you sunbathe in Positano in January?

No, January is not a good time for sunbathing in Positano.

January has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 41.7% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.0 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 1.6cm (0.6inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about January temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Positano in January?

No, January is too cold for swimming in Positano for any length of time, with the sea water at 15°C (59°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about January sea temperatures.

Is January a good time to holiday in Positano?

No, January is not a good time for a holiday in Positano.

January has average maximum temperatures of 13°C (55°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 41.7% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.0 hours of sunshine per day. January has total rainfall of 1.6cm (0.6inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.5 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Positano. Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). January is too cold for swimming in Positano for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the January temperatures and sunshine.

Is Positano warm in January?

No, Positano is too cold for sunbathing in January.

The average maximum temperature in Positano in January is 13°C (55°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (57°) in the previous month and 13°C (55°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Positano in January is 11°C (52°F). The average temperature is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.

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How sunny is Positano in January?

The average day light hours per day in Positano in January are 9.6. The sunshine percentage is 41.7% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.0 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Positano in January

The weather in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February. The average maximum temperature in Positano in January is 13°C (55°F). The average maximum temperature is 14°C (57°F) in the previous month and 13°C (55°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Positano in January is 11°C (52°F). The average temperature is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Positano in January is 10°C (49°F). The minimum temperature is 10°C (51°F) in the previous month and 8°C (47°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Positano in January

The days in January are marginally longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into February. January has marginally more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into February. During January the average day light hours are 9.6 per day in Positano. The sunshine percentage is 41.7% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.0 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Positano in January is typically 2 during January. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Positano in January

The average sea water temperature in Positano in January is 14.8°C (58.6°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in January is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into February.

Rainfall in Positano in January

January weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into February. January has a few more days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Positano in January is 1.6cm (0.6inches) and on average there are 12.5 rainy days in January making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Positano in January

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Positano in January is 9°C (48°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 8°C (8°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Positano in January is typically 87.6%. The maximum relative humidity is 83.5% in the previous month and 86.1% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Positano in January is typically 75.7%. The average relative humidity is 71.4% in the previous month and 73.6% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Positano in January

The average maximum wind speed in Positano in January is typically 14KM/H (9MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 14KM/H (9MPH) in the previous month and 13KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Positano in January is typically 8KM/H (5MPH). The average wind speed is 8KM/H (5MPH) in the previous month and 7KM/H (5MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Positano in January is from the North.

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