Campania, Italy
Tyrrhenian Sea / Mediterranean40.63°N, 14.48°EStation IT-CAM-POS

Positano (Amalfi Coast) Sea Water Temperature

Pastel cliffside villas cascading down to crystalline Tyrrhenian waters. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Positano (Amalfi Coast) water temperature

25.6
78.1°FWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)

Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold.

+0°vs Sep avgTyrrhenian Sea / Mediterranean40.63°N, 14.48°E
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
27°C
80.8°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
—
Daily maximum
Sunrise
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First morning light
Sunset
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Golden hour close

7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
25.6°C
78.1°F
Waves: 1m
Warm
ThuOct 1
25.9°C
78.6°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
FriOct 2
26°C
78.8°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
SatOct 3
25.9°C
78.6°F
Waves: 0.6m
Warm
SunOct 4
25.6°C
78.1°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
MonOct 5
25.3°C
77.5°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
TueOct 6
25.2°C
77.4°F
Waves: 1m
Warm
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Positano (Amalfi Coast).
Confidence: High

Positano (Amalfi Coast) Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Positano (Amalfi Coast) occurs inJun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct — peaking at27.5°C (81.5°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
15
Jan
14
Feb
15
Mar
17
Apr
20
May
24
Jun
27
Jul
28
Aug
Current
26
Sep
23
Oct
19
Nov
16
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January14.2°C15°C15.9°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February13.7°C14.4°C15.2°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March13.9°C14.8°C15.8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April15.2°C16.5°C17.9°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
May18.1°C19.8°C21.5°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
June22°C23.8°C25.6°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
July25°C26.7°C28.3°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
August25.9°C27.5°C29.1°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
SeptemberCurrent24.2°C25.6°C27°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
October21.1°C22.5°C24°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
November18.1°C19.4°C20.8°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
December15.4°C16.4°C17.5°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Swimming FAQs for Positano (Amalfi Coast)

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Positano (Amalfi Coast) today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Positano (Amalfi Coast) this time of year is 25.6°C (78.1°F) — classified as Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C). Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Positano (Amalfi Coast)?

The highest water temperatures in Positano (Amalfi Coast) typically occur duringJun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Positano (Amalfi Coast) in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Positano (Amalfi Coast) average around25.6°C (78.1°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 24.2°C and a maximum of 27°C.

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