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The Amalfi Coast in November

The shutdown begins: many hotels close early in the month. Cheap, quiet, and limited.

Quiet valueRainy, highs near 64F (18C)
Positano, the Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi CoastPhoto: Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 4.0

The straight answer

November is a quiet, good-value month to visit the Amalfi Coast. The shutdown begins: many hotels close early in the month. Cheap, quiet, and limited.

Weather
Rainy, highs near 64F (18C)
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What November is like in the Amalfi Coast

November is rainy, with highs near 64F (18C), and the shutdown begins. Many hotels close early in the month and ferries shrink sharply or stop. It is cheap and quiet, but options are limited. Amalfi town stays more open and celebrates Sant'Andrea on November 30 with a procession.

It suits travelers after a very quiet, cheap stay in Amalfi town who are happy with rain and fewer restaurants. It is a poor month for boats, beaches, or Positano. If you want the coast open, go back to early October or wait for spring.

Make the most of November

What is especially good about the Amalfi Coast this month.

01

Feast of Sant'Andrea on November 30

Amalfi honors its patron saint with a procession through town. It is a local event without summer crowds.

02

Quiet Ravello

On dry days, the hilltop gardens that stay open are calm and peaceful.

03

Low prices

The hotels that remain open drop their rates sharply.

What to pack for November

  • A waterproof jacket
  • Waterproof shoes with good grip
  • A warm layer
  • An umbrella

Our timing tip

Base yourself in Amalfi town or Sorrento and confirm your hotel is open, since many close early in November.

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What's on in November

Feast of Sant'Andrea, Amalfi

June 27 and November 30 every year

Amalfi's patron saint. The statue is carried through town and famously run back up the cathedral steps, with fireworks over the harbor.

Things to do in the Amalfi Coast

Full guide
01

Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei)

Start in Bomerano above Agerola and walk down toward Nocelle and Positano. Go early; there is little shade and it gets hot by late morning.

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02

Villa Rufolo, Ravello

The terrace garden view that inspired Wagner, and the stage for the summer Ravello Festival concerts.

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03

Villa Cimbrone, Ravello

Walk the long garden path to the Terrace of Infinity at the end; mornings are quieter before tour groups arrive.

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04

Amalfi Cathedral (Duomo di Sant'Andrea)

The striped facade at the top of the steps dominates the town square. The Cloister of Paradise sits beside it.

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05

Positano by ferry

Arriving by boat is faster and prettier than the road in summer. Ferries run roughly spring through autumn, not in deep winter.

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06

Pompeii

A full day trip. Go at opening and bring water; the site has very little shade.

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Beat the crowds

  • Stay in one of the smaller towns (Praiano, Atrani, or Minori) and day-trip into Positano and Amalfi before 10am or after 5pm, when the tour buses and day boats are gone.
  • Use the ferries instead of the SITA buses between Salerno, Amalfi, and Positano in summer. Buses fill fast and the road traffic can double journey times.
  • Hike the Path of the Gods at first light. By late morning the trail is busy and exposed to full sun.
  • Shift to the first two weeks of June or the second half of September for the best balance of warm sea and manageable crowds.

Know before you go

  • From roughly November to March, a large share of hotels and restaurants in Positano and the smaller towns close. Amalfi town and nearby Sorrento stay more open through winter.
  • Ferry service between Salerno, Amalfi, Positano, and Capri generally runs from about Easter to late October or early November, then shrinks sharply or stops. Always check the current timetable.
  • Beach clubs with sunbeds and umbrellas generally operate from May to early October only.
  • Around Easter and Italian public holidays, especially Ferragosto on August 15, expect sold-out hotels and packed buses.

The Amalfi Coast in November, quick answers

Is November a good time to visit the Amalfi Coast?

November is a quiet, good-value month to visit the Amalfi Coast. The shutdown begins: many hotels close early in the month. Cheap, quiet, and limited.

What is the weather like in the Amalfi Coast in November?

Rainy, highs near 64F (18C).

Is the Amalfi Coast crowded in November?

November is one of the quieter months in the Amalfi Coast; most sights can be done without long waits.

What is happening in the Amalfi Coast in November?

Feast of Sant'Andrea, Amalfi (june 27 and november 30 every year).

Keep planning The Amalfi Coast.

The months either side, and the best one if this is not it.

  1. 01The Amalfi Coast in OctoberThe month before: Mild, highs near 72F (22C), rain returningGood
  2. 02The Amalfi Coast in DecemberThe month after: Cool, highs near 59F (15C), wetQuiet value
  3. 03The Amalfi Coast in MayThe next best month: Warm, highs near 72F (22C), sea warmingBest

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