January 12 is generally a great time to visit Sorrento. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 12°C weather. You'll enjoy Sorrento with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Sorrento
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Italian
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Sorrento Weather Forecast for January 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.2°C. 25% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Sorrento in January
Based on historical data for January 12, Sorrento typically experiences temperatures between 7.4°C and 12.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Sorrento
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
12.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
7.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
11.2°C
🌤️ Minor difference
Rain Chance
25%
Avg 2.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.3 hPa
Medium volatility
Sorrento Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.9°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Italy
Flight Traffic
Moderate
45/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~67
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Sorrento
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:26
☀️ Noon
12:11
🌇 Sunset
16:57
⏱️ Daylight
9h 30m
Wind Speed
17.2 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Sorrento
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
Volcanic Activity
Nearest: Mount Vesuvius
22.1km away
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Sorrento on January 12 averages 12.2°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 81/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Sorrento Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Sorrento Worth Visiting on January 12?
Planning a trip to Sorrento on January 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.2°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 67 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Italy, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 16.6°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 1.19m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 15.3°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 0.7°C in 2017.