Weather in Positano for January 2026
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Until now, January 2026 in Positano has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 12.7 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.5 °C).
The forecast for the next days in Positano predicts temperatures to be around 13 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Positano at the beginning of January is 14.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 13.1 °C by the end of January.
Positano in January brings notable rainfall, with an average of 18 rainy days and a total precipitation of 92.7 mm.
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Positano Weather January
Temperatures trend during January in Positano
January weather in Positano day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /10° | 3.2 mm | 2 | |
| 2 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /11° | 3.8 mm | 2 | |
| 3 Jan. | Light rain shower | 15° /13° | 5.3 mm | 2 | |
| 4 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /13° | 3.2 mm | 2 | |
| 5 Jan. | Overcast | 15° /12° | 5.3 mm | 2 | |
| 6 Jan. | Light rain shower | 15° /12° | 4.7 mm | 2 | |
| 7 Jan. | Light rain shower | 14° /10° | 15.1 mm | 2 | |
| 8 Jan. | Light rain shower | 12° /10° | 6.5 mm | 2 | |
| 9 Jan. | Light rain shower | 14° /10° | 3.3 mm | 3 | |
| 10 Jan. | Light rain shower | 13° /11° | 8.4 mm | 2 | |
| 11 Jan. | Light rain shower | 12° /10° | 3.5 mm | 2 | |
| 12 Jan. | Sunny | 11° /7° | 6.9 mm | 2 | |
| 13 Jan. | Sunny | 11° /8° | 0.6 mm | 2 | |
| 14 Jan. | Sunny | 11° /9° | 1.5 mm | 2 | |
| 15 Jan. | Overcast | 12° /10° | 2.5 mm | 2 | |
| 16 Jan. | Light rain shower | 13° /11° | 1.4 mm | 2 | |
| 17 Jan. | Light rain shower | 14° /11° | 1.2 mm | 2 | |
| 18 Jan. | Moderate rain at times | 13° /12° | 9 mm | 4 | |
| 19 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /11° | 1.9 mm | 2 | |
| 20 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 13° /9° | 5.1 mm | 2 | |
| 21 Jan. | Sunny | 12° /8° | 1.4 mm | 2 | |
| 22 Jan. | Overcast | 12° /9° | 0 mm | 2 | |
| 23 Jan. | Partly cloudy | 13° /10° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 24 Jan. | Sunny | 14° /11° | 4.1 mm | 3 | |
| 25 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /11° | 9.1 mm | 2 | |
| 26 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 13° /10° | 6.9 mm | 2 | |
| 27 Jan. | Sunny | 14° /11° | 0.1 mm | 3 | |
| 28 Jan. | Moderate rain | 14° /12° | 16.7 mm | 0.2 | |
| 29 Jan. | Heavy rain | 12° /10° | 21.3 mm | 0.1 | |
| 30 Jan. | Moderate rain | 12° /11° | 6.3 mm | 0.4 | |
| 31 Jan. | Patchy rain possible | 13° /10° | 0.9 mm | 0.3 | |
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Positano weather in January vs December vs February
| December | January | February | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 14°/12° | 13°/11° | 14°/11° |
| Rainfall | 90 mm | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Wind | 21.6 km/h | 21.7 km/h | 17.5 km/h |
| Humidity | 64% | 69% | 67% |
| Rainy days | 15 days | 18 days | 14 days |
| Dry days | 16 days | 13 days | 15 days |
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Positano in January - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Positano during January?
How much rainfall should be expected in Positano during January?
What are the typical wind conditions in Positano during January?
Positano water temperatures in January
The average water temperature of the Mediterranean Sea near Positano in January is 15.4 °C. At the beginning of January temperatures are around 15.4 °C; by the end of the month they stay fairly steady and reach 15.3 °C.
- What is the water temperature in Positano in January?
- The average water temperature in Positano in January is 15.4 °C.
- Can you swim in Positano in January?
- Brisk: quick dips and active swimming are fine, but pack a 2–3 mm spring suit if you plan longer sessions or early-morning outings.
What to pack to Positano in January?
As you prepare for your trip to Positano in January, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Positano, during January, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
January rainfall patterns in Positano
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