Best time to visit Naples
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart recolours live for your heat & sea limits 27°C · sea 29°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Default 29 °C is the Beach Climate Index "bathtub" line (Morgan et al.) — where the sea stops being refreshing and starts feeling like a warm bath.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Naples
20 top-rated tours via Viator. Booking links earn this site a commission at no cost to you. Map locations are approximate (centred on Naples).
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Herculaneum Small Group Tour and Ticket With an Archaeologist - 2
Naples: Veiled Christ & Santa Chiara Cloister Small Group Tour - 3
Skip-the-Line Pompeii & Vesuvius Full-Day from Naples - 4
Private Day tour of Positano, Amalfi and Ravello from Naples - 5
Veiled Christ Small Group Tour with Entrance Ticket in Naples - 6
Naples: Sansevero Chapel Guided Tour - 7
Private Transfer from Naples Train Station to Sorrento - 8
From Naples: Amalfi Coast, Positano & Sorrento Small Group Tour - 9
Full-Day Amalfi Coast Experience from Sorrento, Naples or Salerno - 10
Small Group Tour from Naples to Blue Grotto, Anacapri and Capri - 11
Authentic Naples Street Food Tour With Local Expert Guide - 12
Authentic Pizza Making Class in Naples with Appetizers and Drink - 13
Authentic Naples Food Tour with 8+ Tastings of Pizza, Wine & More - 14
From Naples: Amalfi Coast Tour with Optional Boat Ride - 15
Sorrento, Positano & Amalfi Bus Tour & Boat from Naples - 16
Naples Underground Spanish Quarters with Guide - 17
From Naples Amalfi Coast tour Sorrento Positano with local guide - 18
Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and Ravello Tour from Naples - 19
Naples/Salerno Port: Pompeii & Sorrento - Shore Excursion - 20
Naples: Pizza and Gelato Making Class
Last refreshed 2026-05-27.
Similar climatesSorrento94% · Positano94% · Amalfi94%
Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Naples (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Naples's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6–13 | 11 | 12 | 147 | 12.3 | 71% | 17 | 163 | 1 | Quiet | 6 |
| Feb | 6–14 | 12 | 9 | 104 | 11.6 | 67% | 17 | 185 | 2 | Quiet | 8 |
| Mar | 7–15 | 13 | 12 | 142 | 11.8 | 64% | 18 | 226 | 4 | Quiet | 7 |
| Apr | 9–18 | 16 | 10 | 115 | 11.5 | 63% | 17 | 241 | 5 | Quiet | 8 |
| May | 14–22 | 22 | 12 | 119 | 9.9 | 64% | 17 | 267 | 6 | Quiet | 8 |
| Jun | 18–27 | 28 | 7 | 69 | 9.9 | 58% | 15 | 294 | 8 | Quiet | 9 |
| Jul | 21–31 | 33 | 2 | 25 | 12.5 | 53% | 16 | 322 | 8 | Quiet | 6 |
| Aug | 22–31 | 33 | 7 | 53 | 7.6 | 52% | 17 | 294 | 7 | Peak | 6 |
| Sep | 19–27 | 28 | 10 | 107 | 10.7 | 56% | 17 | 242 | 5 | Moderate | 8 |
| Oct | 14–23 | 23 | 10 | 113 | 11.3 | 67% | 16 | 210 | 4 | Quiet | 8 |
| Nov | 11–18 | 17 | 16 | 182 | 11.4 | 72% | 17 | 158 | 2 | Moderate | 6 |
| Dec | 8–15 | 13 | 13 | 179 | 13.8 | 75% | 17 | 152 | 1 | Moderate | 6 |
UV Index in Naples by Month
UV index in Naples peaks at 8 (very high) in July, dropping to 1 (low) in January. July reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
June
9/1018–27°C (feels 28°C) · 7 rain days (69h) · 294 sun hours · 58% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 8 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 9 (very high)
September
8/1019–27°C · 10 rain days (107h) · 242 sun hours · 56% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
October
8/1014–23°C · 10 rain days (113h) · 210 sun hours · 67% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 4 (moderate)
Every month
Show the other 9 months in detail
January
6/106–13°C (feels 11°C) · 12 rain days (147h) · 163 sun hours · 71% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 1 (low)
February
8/106–14°C (feels 12°C) · 9 rain days (104h) · 185 sun hours · 67% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 2 (low) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 3 (moderate)
March
7/107–15°C (feels 13°C) · 12 rain days (142h) · 226 sun hours · 64% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 4 (moderate)
April
8/109–18°C (feels 16°C) · 10 rain days (115h) · 241 sun hours · 63% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
May
8/1014–22°C · 12 rain days (119h) · 267 sun hours · 64% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 6 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
July
6/1021–31°C (feels 33°C) · 2 rain days (25h) · 322 sun hours · 53% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 8 (very high)
August
6/1022–31°C (feels 33°C) · 7 rain days (53h) · 294 sun hours · 52% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (very high)
November
6/1011–18°C (feels 17°C) · 16 rain days (182h) · 158 sun hours · 72% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 2 (low)
December
6/108–15°C (feels 13°C) · 13 rain days (179h) · 152 sun hours · 75% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 1 (low)
Frequently asked questions about visiting Naples
When is the best time to visit Naples?
June is the highest-scoring month (9/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 18–27°C (7 rainy days). The top three months by score are June, September, October.
What is the worst time to visit Naples?
December is the lowest-scoring month (6/10). Typical conditions: 8–15°C (13 rainy days).
Is Naples too hot in summer?
2 months (July, August) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Naples?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in February and peaks in August. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Naples have good weather but fewer tourists?
June (climate 9/10, crowd index 6) and February (climate 8/10, crowd index 0) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Naples by month?
UV peaks at 8 (very high) in July and is lowest in January at 1 (low). Monthly peak values: Jan 1, Feb 2, Mar 4, Apr 5, May 6, Jun 8, Jul 8, Aug 7, Sep 5, Oct 4, Nov 2, Dec 1. July reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Naples in July?
July is the peak UV month in Naples, with a daily-peak UV index of 8 (very high). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Naples on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. June is the worst case: typical days average UV 8 (high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 9 (very high) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: February, April, May, June, August, September. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.
Is air quality in Naples bad for travelers?
PM2.5 (fine-particle pollution) exceeds the WHO sensitive-group guideline (15 µg/m³) in 12 months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The worst month is February with a typical-day mean of 18 µg/m³ (unhealthy for sensitive); on the worst 10% of days PM2.5 reaches 31 µg/m³ (unhealthy) and higher. People with asthma, heart conditions, or sensitive children may want to avoid these months or limit outdoor activity. Source: CAMS via Open-Meteo.