Naples at a glance
- Best time
- May – Jul, Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,840 h
- Rain a year
- 1,077 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 17 m
Climate in Naples
Naples has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while January is the coolest at 12 °C. With around 2,840 hours of sunshine a year, Naples is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.3 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: May – July, September
What is the weather like in Naples in October?
In October, Naples is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 123 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Naples.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 12 min07:13 – 18:24
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 2 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 48 %on average
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+2Europe/Rome
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %55 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Sea temperature in Naples
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 21.1 – 22.7 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Naples ranges from 14.3 °C in February to 26.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From October to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 25.2 and 27.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.2° | 14.6° | 16.0° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.3° | 13.6° | 15.0° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.3° | 13.7° | 15.1° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.7° | 15.0° | 16.4° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.9° | 18.2° | 19.9° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.9° | 22.1° | 23.8° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.5° | 24.3° | 27.0° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.3° | 25.2° | 27.2° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 24.4° | 23.3° | 25.5° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.9° | 21.1° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 19.5° | 18.3° | 20.5° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 17.0° | 16.1° | 17.8° | fresh |
Sunshine hours in Naples
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.5 of 11.2 hours of daylight in Naples, 58 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Naples: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Naples has about 10 rainy days with 123 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 41 | 12° | 6° | 15.2° | 5.4 h | 12 | 125 |
| FebruaryFeb | 50 | 13° | 6° | 14.3° | 6.3 h | 11 | 107 |
| MarchMar | 64 | 15° | 8° | 14.3° | 7.1 h | 11 | 97 |
| AprilApr | 84 | 18° | 10° | 15.7° | 8.0 h | 10 | 70 |
| MayMay | 94 | 22° | 14° | 18.9° | 9.0 h | 7 | 51 |
| JuneJun | 100 | 27° | 18° | 22.9° | 10.4 h | 3 | 22 |
| JulyJul | 86 | 29° | 21° | 25.5° | 11.3 h | 2 | 12 |
| AugustAug | 83 | 30° | 22° | 26.3° | 10.6 h | 3 | 20 |
| SeptemberSep | 87 | 25° | 18° | 24.4° | 8.0 h | 9 | 102 |
| OctoberOct | 78 | 21° | 15° | 21.9° | 6.5 h | 10 | 123 |
| NovemberNov | 61 | 17° | 11° | 19.5° | 5.3 h | 14 | 202 |
| DecemberDec | 45 | 13° | 8° | 17.0° | 5.3 h | 13 | 146 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
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Best time to visit Naples
The best time to visit Naples is from May to July and in September. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to June and from September to October. Rain is most frequent from November to January; the wettest month is November with 202 mm.
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Your best months: May – June
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Nov – Jan
12 or more rainy days
Naples month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
41January12° · Sea 15° · 5 h
In January, Naples is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 125 mm in total. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in January50February13° · Sea 14° · 6 h
In February, Naples is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in February64March15° · Sea 14° · 7 h
In March, Naples is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 97 mm in total. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in March84April18° · Sea 16° · 8 h
In April, Naples is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 70 mm in total. All in all, April is an excellent month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in April94May22° · Sea 19° · 9 h
In May, Naples is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 51 mm. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in May100June27° · Sea 23° · 10 h
In June, Naples is warm: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 22 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in June86July29° · Sea 26° · 11 h
In July, Naples is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 25.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 2 days bring 12 mm in total. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in July83August30° · Sea 26° · 11 h
In August, Naples is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 26.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 20 mm in total. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in August87September25° · Sea 24° · 8 h
In September, Naples is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.4 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 102 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in September78October21° · Sea 22° · 7 h
In October, Naples is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 123 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in October61November17° · Sea 20° · 5 h
In November, Naples is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 202 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Naples.
Naples in November45December13° · Sea 17° · 5 h
In December, Naples is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 146 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Naples.
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Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 30 min
- Distance
- 1,630 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Naples
When is the best time to visit Naples?
The best time to visit Naples is from May to July and in September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Naples?
The sea temperature in Naples ranges from 14.3 °C in February to 26.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Naples in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.9 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Naples?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 12 °C.
When does it rain most in Naples?
Rain is most frequent from November to January; the wettest month is November with 202 mm. The driest month is July with 12 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Naples get?
Naples gets around 2,840 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.3 hours a day; in November there are 5.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Naples in?
Naples uses the time zone Europe/Rome: UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Naples?
A nonstop flight from London to Naples takes about 2 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,630 km.
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