Yes — October is the sweet spot
Early October (1st–15th) is essentially late summer with fewer people. Late October gets cooler and some things close, but it's still beautiful. The sea stays warm into November.
✅ Reasons to go
- Sea temperature still 22–24°C (swimmable)
- Air temperature 18–24°C — perfect hiking weather
- Summer crowds gone — restaurants have tables
- Hotel prices 30–40% lower than peak
- The Path of the Gods is comfortable to hike
- Golden autumn light is ideal for photography
❌ Reasons to skip
- Some beach clubs close after mid-October
- Rain increases (average 5–6 rainy days)
- Shorter days (dark by 6pm)
- Late October feels end-of-season — some closures
- Ferry schedules reduce after October 15
- Fewer boat tour options
💡 Pro tip: The first two weeks of October are the real sweet spot — aim for October 1–15 for the best combination of weather, prices, and availability.
Bottom line
October is one of the best months for the Amalfi Coast. You get 80% of the summer experience at 60% of the price and 30% of the crowds.