Best Time to Visit Naples

With a mild Mediterranean climate, Naples will welcome you at any time of the year. Which means there is no single best time to visit Naples. Though it rains throughout the year, the skies rarely stay cloudy. November sees the most amount of rainfall while August is the hottest month. But the heat is tempered by the cool sea breeze.

You can explore Naples quite comfortably throughout the year. Just remember to carry an umbrella or suitable rain protection when you venture out. So, it is up to you to choose the best time to visit Naples.

Naples in Winter

Winter in Naples is mild and rainy. While temperatures remain between 4 °C to 14 °C, they can drop below zero on some cold nights. It rains occasionally, though not as much as the shoulder months of Autumn and Spring. Carry a light jacket that can protect you from the cold and rain.

Naples in Spring

The temperature goes up in spring, but not by much. It still remains between 6 °C and 23 °C. The rainfall tapers off as summer months approach. This could be the best time to go to Naples as the daytime temperatures are comfortable.

Naples in Summer

Summer is the driest season of Naples. It rarely rains. The temperatures rise and range between 16 °C 30 °C. On some days the South Wind from Africa brings the heat with it and the temperature climbs to 36 °C. But the cool sea breeze keeps things bearable. Best to avoid beaches in the afternoon.

Naples in Autumn

In Autumn, the heat begins to subside and rains take over. The heat stay for some time before retreating in mid-October. November heralds the cold and completes the cycle. This is a good season to walk around Naples if you don’t mind the rain.

Whichever season you choose, SOTC has some great offers on Naples tour packages and other Italy tour packages. Select one and set off on a Neapolitan adventure.