Naples, January 6, 2026 – The Civil Protection of the Campania Region has issued a yellow weather alert for Naples and various areas of the region, effective from 3:00 PM on Sunday, January 4th, for a duration of 24 hours. The alert, prompted by evaluations from the Functional Multirisk Center, forecasts widespread precipitation, including showers and isolated thunderstorms, with locally moderate intensity.
Affected Areas and Anticipated Risks
The yellow alert specifically targets three key zones:
- Zone 1: Campana Plain, Naples, Islands, and Vesuvius Area
- Zone 2: Alto Volturno and Matese
- Zone 3: Sorrento-Amalfi Peninsula, Monti di Sarno, and Monti Picentini
The primary concern is a “localized hydrogeological risk,” indicating potential issues such as surface runoff, possible increases in the water levels of minor waterways with localized flooding, and the risk of landslides. Residents in these areas are advised to exercise caution and stay updated on further developments.
Civil Protection Recommendations
In light of the impending weather conditions, the Civil Protection urges local authorities to activate Municipal Operational Centers (COC) and implement all necessary preventative measures, both structural and non-structural. Citizens are advised to monitor public green spaces for potential hazards and to pay close attention to updates from the Unified Regional Operations Room (SORU).
Context of Recent Weather Events
This yellow alert follows a period of unstable weather in Campania. Earlier in December 2025, a similar yellow alert was issued for coastal areas of Campania, from Caserta to Cilento, warning of sudden and intense thunderstorms, strong winds, lightning, and hail [napolitoday.it](https://www.napolitoday.it/meteo/allerta-napoli-campania-2-dicembre-2025.html), [ilmattino.it](https://www.ilmattino.it/napoli/cronaca/meteo_napoli_campania_allerta_meteo_gialla_maltempo_ultime_notizie-9219980.html), [napoli.repubblica.it](https://napoli.repubblica.it/cronaca/2025/12/01/news/allerta_meteo_gialla_su_fascia_costiera_campania-425014699/). In November 2025, an orange weather alert was declared for most of the region, particularly the coastal strip, due to intense rainfall that led to a landslide in Carelli Park and flooding in several neighborhoods, alongside strong winds in the Santa Lucia area [napolitoday.it](https://www.napolitoday.it/meteo/allerta-arancione-napoli-campania-24-25-novembre-2025.html). These recurring weather events underscore the region’s vulnerability to hydrogeological instability.
Outlook
The current forecast indicates a continuation of unsettled weather. Authorities will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates as needed. Residents are encouraged to prepare for potential disruptions and to follow all safety guidelines issued by local authorities.
Source: Protezione Civile della Regione Campania, NapoliToday
