The coast's namesake town, once a powerful maritime republic that rivaled Venice and Genoa.
Its cathedral crowns a sweep of sixty-two steps behind an Arab-Norman facade, and the town keeps a centuries-old tradition of handmade paper.
When to visit Amalfi
Average highs and lows across the year.
Month by month
- Jan
- Mild coastal winter. Sea breezes keep temperatures moderate.
- Feb
- Cool but pleasant by the sea. Fewer crowds to enjoy.
- Mar
- Spring awakens the coast. Mild temperatures and blooming gardens.
- Apr
- Beautiful coastal spring. Ideal for hiking and exploring.
- May
- Warm days perfect for beach visits. Water warming up.
- Jun
- Summer season begins. Beach weather with warm seas.
- Jul
- Peak beach season. Hot days, warm Mediterranean waters.
- Aug
- Height of summer. Hot and sunny, perfect for swimming.
- Sep
- Late summer warmth continues. Great time for coastal visits.
- Oct
- Pleasant autumn by the sea. Warm enough for beach days.
- Nov
- Autumn arrives. Fewer tourists, still mild temperatures.
- Dec
- Quiet winter coast. Mild compared to inland areas.
What to see first
Amalfi Cathedral
Amalfi's striped cathedral and its cloister of interlacing arches, above Saint Andrew's crypt.
Read the guide
The year in Amalfi
The rituals, races, and processions the city still keeps.
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