What's the Weather Like in November in Sorrento
November sees temperatures drop quite considerably in Sorrento, on southern Italy's Amalfi coast, although the weather remains fairly mild.
Temperature
The average temperature is no higher than 12°C, but that's well above the average temperature in Britain this time of year. At night, the temperature drops to a chilly 7°C, but during the day, it still rises to a nice 17°C, which is excellent for outdoor activities. Both the average low and high temperatures fall by about 4 degrees in the course of the month.
Sea Temperature
This is not the best time of year to go swimming in the Mediterranean Sea, as the sea temperature averages 19°C now, the same temperature that was also recorded in May.
Rainfall
You can expect to experience rain on an average of 15 days in this month. November is the wettest month of the entire year, with a total amount of rainfall of 162mm. Only October and December come fairly close when it comes to total rainfall. The chance that precipitation occurs increases even more in the course of the month. November 1 is historically the driest day of the month with a 43% chance of rainfall; November 30 is the wettest day with a chance of 48%. The end of November and the beginning of December are by far the wettest times of the year.
The two most likely types of precipitation in November are moderate rain and thunderstormshey respectively occur on 42% and 35% of the days with rainfall. Light rain is observed on 13% of those days and drizzle on 7%.
Cloud
Cloud cover and precipitation are related and there is also a tiny increase in cloud cover in the course of November. It increases from 43% to 46%, which is about the annual maximum percentage of cloud cover. It will stay around 46% until the very end of April. November marks the start of the cloudier, colder and wetter part of the year.
Daylight Hours
The length of the days decreases by 56 minutes in the course of November. November 1 has 10.24 hours of daylight, while November 30 has only 9.28 daylight hours left.
Sunshine Hours
Compared to October, there is a two-hour drop in daily sunshine hours. In November, there are 7 hours of sunshine per day on average, which is still not that bad when considering that a day has between 9.28 and 10.24 daylight hours. A typical day in November is clear and sunny 44% of the time, partly cloudy 32% of the time and overcast merely 16% of the time.
Hotels for Sorrento in November
Art Hotel Gran Paradiso
Arguably one of the greatest places to stay in Sorrento, the amazing four-star Art Hotel Gran Paradiso is located on top of a hill and offers breathtaking views of the green gardens, citrus groves and colourful buildings that make up the Amalfi coast's landscapes. Views aren't limited to Sorrento itself, though; they reach as far as Ischia and Mount Vesuvius in the distance.
All 100 rooms are furnished in a stylish yet simple way and are meant to offer a relaxing and comfortable retreat. In addition to many facilities such as a rooftop pool, pool bar, restaurant and wellness centre, the Art Hotel Gran Paradiso, as its name implies, has its very own contemporary art collection.
Restaurants and Bars for Sorrento in November
Zi'Ntonio Restaurant
The well-rated Zi'Ntonio Restaurant is situated just behind famous Piazza Tasso in the heart of Sorrento. This is a place for candle-lit dinners, its warm atmosphere and decorations such as hand-painted ceramics adding to the romantic setting. Serving traditional cuisine, the restaurant also features a rather extensive wine list.
Things to Do in Sorrento in November
Pompeii
If you go on just one day trip from Sorrento during your stay there, let it be to Pompeii. Located near Naples, this ancient Roman town was buried under layers of volcanic ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. The ash perfectly preserved the city, offering a fascinating snapshot of everyday Roman life. There are displays of casts of food, clothing, objects, and even human bodies. Mount Vesuvius lies right next door and can be climbed for a thrilling experience. Both Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius can easily be visited during a day trip, which is absolutely recommended!
Kicking back after a fun day of exploring can be done at one of Sorrento's restaurants, nightclubs, pubs and bars. There are plenty to choose from, all offering the opportunity for a fun night out, whether you're in the mood for a glass of wine, a few beers, some live music or a night of partying.
Take a look at the weather forecast to help you decide how to spend your time in Sorrento.
