Positano tide times
Positano tide forecast — heights relative to MSL.
Today's tide times for Positano
Tide times at Positano on Friday, 19 June 2026: first high tide at 02:00, first low tide at 07:00, second high tide at 12:45. Sunrise 05:30, sunset 20:35.
Tide chart for Positano
24-hour cosine-interpolated curve around the present moment. Heights relative to MSL. Predictions: Predictions: Open-Meteo Marine (MeteoFrance SMOC, 0.08° grid).
Sun, moon and conditions on Fri 19 Jun
Snapshot at build time — refreshes daily. Sea state from Open-Meteo Marine.
Highs and lows next 7 days
Every predicted high and low for the next week, with the daily tidal coefficient (0–120; higher = bigger swing, > 95 means stronger currents).
Other spots nearby
The three closest curated TideTurtle locations to Positano, measured by great-circle distance.
Today's solunar windows
Solunar tradition: major periods are the ≈3h windows around moon transit and opposition; minor are ≈2h around moonrise and moonset. Pair with the local tide stage and wind for the best read.
About tides at Positano
A short guide to the coastline at Positano — geography, sea state, and what the tide is actually doing under your feet.
Positano is perhaps the most photographed town on the Amalfi Coast — a cascade of pastel-coloured houses descending from 600 metres down a precipitous cliff face to a small pebble beach. The entire town is built on stairs: there are no level streets, and arriving by car requires descending a single-lane road with passing places carved into the cliff. Tidal range on the Tyrrhenian Sea is 0.1 to 0.3 metres — essentially absent as a planning factor.
The Spiaggia Grande (main beach) is dominated by beach club concessions in summer, with a small spiaggia libera section on the east side. The beach is pebble, not sand; the Tyrrhenian wave energy is usually small (0.2 to 0.5 m in typical summer conditions), making entry comfortable. Boat shuttle service connects the main beach to the more remote Li Galli islets (the small archipelago said to be the home of Homer's Sirens, 3 km offshore) and the beaches of Laurito and Arienzo, which are accessible only by sea.
The sea stacks and cliffs around Positano are exceptional for sea kayaking and snorkelling. The south face of the Punta Campanella headland (the tip of the Sorrento Peninsula, 10 km northwest) is a Marine Protected Area with very high water clarity and fish density — accessible from Positano by kayak in about 2 hours in calm conditions or by day boat. The MPA prohibits motor boats within 1 nautical mile of the headland.
Ferri (regular ferry and hydrofoil services) connect Positano to Amalfi, Sorrento, Capri, and Naples. The sea connection is the most practical way to reach Positano in peak summer when the coast road is in gridlock. The Capri hydrofoil takes about 40 minutes; the Sorrento ferry takes 35 minutes. Tidal range is irrelevant to ferry scheduling in the tideless Tyrrhenian.
The Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei) is the most famous hiking route on the Amalfi Coast — a cliff-top traverse from Bomerano above Agerola to Nocelle (above Positano) or vice versa, at 400 to 600 metres elevation above the sea. The path follows the ancient mule trails between cliff villages, with views that encompass the coast from Capri to Salerno on clear days.
Predictions on this page come from Open-Meteo Marine, a gridded global ocean model. Accuracy is typically within plus or minus 45 minutes on timing and 0.2 to 0.3 metres on height — model-derived, not from a local gauge. For Italian tidal data, consult ISPRA at isprambiente.gov.it.
Tide questions about Positano
Quick answers to the most common questions about tide times, range, and water access at Positano.
Is it true there are no level streets in Positano?
Almost — the town is built on a very steep cliff face and almost all movement is via stairs or the one-way main road. Getting from the car park at the top to the beach involves descending 300 metres of stairs (and climbing back). The local bus runs a circuit of the main road, but the interior steps are the only way to reach most addresses. Anyone with mobility limitations should research their specific accommodation's accessibility before booking.
What beaches are accessible only by boat near Positano?
Arienzo Beach and Laurito Beach (east of Positano, past Praiano) are only accessible by boat or sea kayak — the cliff drops directly to the water with no road access. Water taxis from the main Positano beach run to both in summer. Li Galli islets (3 km offshore, the ancient 'home of the Sirens') can be circumnavigated by kayak or visited by boat tour. The offshore location means calmer, cleaner water than the main beach.
What is the Path of the Gods hike?
The Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods) traverses the cliff tops above the Amalfi Coast from Bomerano (above Agerola) to Nocelle (above Positano) — about 7.5 km with 200 m elevation gain from Bomerano. The 360-degree views of the coast, Capri, and the islands make it the most scenic hike on the coast. Allow 3 to 4 hours. Start early (7 a.m.) to avoid heat and crowds. The descent from Nocelle to Positano via the mule path (1800 steps) adds another 1.5 hours. Sturdy footwear and sun protection are essential.
How do I get to Positano without a car?
By sea is the most practical option in summer. Ferry and hydrofoil connections from Sorrento (35 min), Amalfi (40 min), Capri (40 min), and Naples (80 min) operate frequently from April through October. The SITA bus along the Amalfi Drive connects all coast towns but is extremely slow in summer gridlock (allow 90 minutes from Sorrento, 45 from Amalfi). Arriving by sea at the ferry dock puts you directly at the main beach level without the cliff descent.
What is the tidal range at Positano?
The Tyrrhenian Sea at Positano has essentially no astronomical tide — mean range 0.1 to 0.3 metres. Sea level at Positano is primarily wind-driven; libeccio (southwest wind) swell is the main variable affecting the main beach conditions. Ferry services and water taxis operate on fixed schedules regardless of tidal state. The consistent water level makes the beach clubs' permanent sunbed layouts practical — the sea doesn't retreat or advance by more than a metre.
7-day tide table — Positano
Heights relative to MSL. Predictions: Open-Meteo Marine (MeteoFrance SMOC, 0.08° grid) — heights relative to MSL (not chart datum / LAT). Model-derived.
| Day | Type | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 19 Jun | High | 02:00 | -0.4m |
| Low | 07:00 | -0.7m | |
| High | 12:45 | -0.4m | |
| Sat 20 Jun | Low | 08:00 | -0.7m |
| Sun 21 Jun | High | 02:10 | -0.4m |
| Low | 09:00 | -0.7m | |
| High | 14:50 | -0.5m | |
| Mon 22 Jun | Low | 10:00 | -0.7m |
| Tue 23 Jun | — | ||
| Wed 24 Jun | High | 05:00 | -0.4m |
| Low | 11:50 | -0.6m | |
| Thu 25 Jun | High | 06:00 | -0.4m |