Contents
- The climate of Venice
- The best time to visit Venice
- The worst time to visit Venice
- The best time to visit Venice
- Weather in January
- Weather in February
- Weather in March
- Weather in April
- Weather in May
- Weather in June
- Weather in July
- Weather in August
- Weather in September
- Weather in October
- Weather in November
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature
- Average humidity
- Average rainfall
- Average rainfall days
- Average sea temperature
- Average daylight
- Average sunshine
- Average UV index
The Grand water canal of Venice in Italy and a background view of Santa Maria Della Salute Basilica
The climate of Venice
Venice has a humid, subtropical (Köppen climate classification Cfa) and Mediterranean climate with hot and humid summers, and cold winters. Crowned as the Queen of the Adriatic, it is a group of 118 small islands, separated by canals and united by bridges that share a common climate pattern. It is situated by the Venetian Lagoon, between the mouths of the Po and the Piave rivers, and is routinely subjected to the cold bora and the warm sirocco winds.
Average high temperatures during peak summer months rise to 27.8°C (82°F), while average low temperatures drop to 0°C (32°F) during peak winter. The marshy Venetian lagoon occasionally freezes during winters, as lows of -5°C (23°F) are typical.
Rainfall averages a moderate 749mm (29.49") over the year and is evenly distributed across the seasons - summer rain may be accompanied by thunderstorms, while winter may bring frost.
Snow records duly every year in moderate amounts.
Average high temperatures during peak summer months rise to 27.8°C (82°F), while average low temperatures drop to 0°C (32°F) during peak winter. The marshy Venetian lagoon occasionally freezes during winters, as lows of -5°C (23°F) are typical.
Rainfall averages a moderate 749mm (29.49") over the year and is evenly distributed across the seasons - summer rain may be accompanied by thunderstorms, while winter may bring frost.
Snow records duly every year in moderate amounts.
The best time to visit Venice
Venice is a busy tourist place with temperate Mediterranean weather throughout the year, except for a few winter months. Late spring and early summer from late April to June and early autumn in September are the best times to visit Venice due to the pleasant weather during these periods. The daytime temperatures are in a stable range of 21.1°C (70°F) to 25°C (77°F), and the humidity is less pronounced during these times. Rain is less frequent and evenings are cozy with temperatures in the higher 10°C (50°F) and 15.6°C (60.1°F). These periods are excellent for touring Venice and exploring its exquisitely designed architecture of majestic buildings, canals, bridges, and water systems.
The worst time to visit Venice
Winter, from December to February, is the worst time to visit Venice. Average low temperatures drop to freezing at 0°C (32°F), and the high temperatures during the day feel a few degrees colder than actual due to the cold bora winds. The lagoon is bound to freeze with the drop in temperatures, though the freezing does not last longer than a few days.
Rain, though drizzly for most of the time, is persistent and is an uncomfortable addition to the frequent frost and fog. The sunshine drops to an average of 2 to 3 hours a day as the days become short.
Rain, though drizzly for most of the time, is persistent and is an uncomfortable addition to the frequent frost and fog. The sunshine drops to an average of 2 to 3 hours a day as the days become short.
The best time to visit Venice
July is the best period for swimming and other water activities in Venice, Italy, as the sea temperature is 25.4°C (77.7°F), the rain falls for only 5.9 days, and 64mm (2.52") of rainfall is accumulated.
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Venice, Italy, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.6°C (43.9°F) and -0.1°C (31.8°F). The coldest month is January, with an average high-temperature of 6.6°C (43.9°F) and an average low-temperature of -0.1°C (31.8°F). Weather in January »
Weather in February
February, the last month of the winter in Venice, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 0.8°C (33.4°F) and 8.6°C (47.5°F). In February, the average high-temperature is relatively the same as in January - a still frosty 8.6°C (47.5°F). Weather in February »
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a cool month in Venice, Italy, with temperature in the range of an average high of 12.5°C (54.5°F) and an average low of 4.1°C (39.4°F). In Venice, the average high-temperature in March slightly increases from a chilly 8.6°C (47.5°F) in February to a fresh 12.5°C (54.5°F). Weather in March »
Weather in April
April is an enjoyable spring month in Venice, Italy, with temperature in the range of an average low of 7.8°C (46°F) and an average high of 16.1°C (61°F). In Venice, the average high-temperature in April marginally rises from a cool 12.5°C (54.5°F) in March to a comfortable 16.1°C (61°F). Weather in April »
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Venice, Italy, with temperature in the range of an average high of 21.5°C (70.7°F) and an average low of 12.7°C (54.9°F). In Venice, the average high-temperature in May rises from an enjoyable 16.1°C (61°F) in April to an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F). Weather in May »
Weather in June
The first month of the summer, June, is a moderately hot month in Venice, Italy, with an average temperature varying between 16.1°C (61°F) and 24.9°C (76.8°F). In June, the average high-temperature slightly increases from a pleasant 21.5°C (70.7°F) in May to a warm 24.9°C (76.8°F). Weather in June »
Weather in July
July, like June, in Venice, Italy, is another warm summer month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.3°C (64.9°F) and max 27.7°C (81.9°F). The perfect water temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) with 64mm (2.52") of accumulated rainfall and only 5.9 rainfall days, makes July a great period for swimming and other water activities. Weather in July »
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Venice, Italy, with an average temperature varying between 17.7°C (63.9°F) and 27.5°C (81.5°F). In Venice, the average high-temperature in August is practically the same as in July - a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F). Weather in August »
Weather in September
The first month of the autumn, September, is still a warm month in Venice, Italy, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.3°C (57.7°F) and max 23.5°C (74.3°F). In September, the average high-temperature marginally drops from 27.5°C (81.5°F) in August to a still warm 23.5°C (74.3°F). Weather in September »
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is another comfortable autumn month in Venice, Italy, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.6°C (49.3°F) and 18°C (64.4°F). In October, the average high-temperature drops from a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F) in September to an enjoyable 18°C (64.4°F). Weather in October »
Weather in November
The last month of the autumn, November, is also a fresh month in Venice, Italy, with temperature in the range of an average low of 4°C (39.2°F) and an average high of 11.6°C (52.9°F). In November, the average high-temperature drops from an enjoyable 18°C (64.4°F) in October to a cool 11.6°C (52.9°F). Weather in November »
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Venice, Italy, with an average temperature ranging between min 0.6°C (33.1°F) and max 7.4°C (45.3°F). In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a fresh 11.6°C (52.9°F) in November to a chilly 7.4°C (45.3°F). Weather in December »
[Resources]FAQ
What is the coldest month in Venice?
January is the coldest month in Venice, with an average high-temperature of 6.6°C (43.9°F) and an average low-temperature of -0.1°C (31.8°F).
What is the most humid month in Venice?
The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.
What is the driest month in Venice?
The month with the least rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically collects 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in Venice?
Throughout the year, in Venice, Italy, there are 78.3 rainfall days, and 748mm (29.45") of precipitation is accumulated.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Venice?
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
What month is the sea coldest in Venice?
With an average sea temperature of 8.8°C (47.8°F), February is the month with the coldest seawater in Venice, Italy.
When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Venice?
On Sunday, 27. March 2022, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CET to CEST. Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, 30. October 2022, at 03:00, and the time zone reverts from CEST to CET.
What is the wettest month in Venice?
The month with the most rainfall in Venice, Italy, is June, when the rain falls for 8.6 days and typically aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.
When are the longest days in Venice?
With an average of 15h and 37min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year in Venice, Italy.
When is the highest UV index in Venice?
June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Venice, Italy.
What is the warmest month in Venice?
The warmest month in Venice, Italy, is July, with an average high-temperature of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F).
What is the least humid month in Venice?
The least humid month in Venice, Italy, is July, with an average relative humidity of 71%.
What are the months with the warmest sea water in Venice?
July and August, with an average sea temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
What month has the most sunshine in Venice?
July has the most sunshine of the year in Venice, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.
What is the month with the shortest days in Venice?
The month with the shortest days in Venice, Italy, is December, with an average of 8h and 47min of daylight.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Venice?
With an average of 2.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Venice.
Average temperature
Venice, Italy
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.6°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.1°C).
Average humidity
Venice, Italy
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).
Average rainfall
Venice, Italy
- Average rainfall in January:
47mm - Average rainfall in February:
48.3mm - Average rainfall in March:
48.8mm - Average rainfall in April:
70mm - Average rainfall in May:
66mm - Average rainfall in June:
78mm
- Average rainfall in July:
63.9mm - Average rainfall in August:
64.8mm - Average rainfall in September:
72mm - Average rainfall in October:
73.5mm - Average rainfall in November:
65.5mm - Average rainfall in December:
50.6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (47mm).
Average rainfall days
Venice, Italy
- Average rainfall days in January:
6 days - Average rainfall days in February:
5.2 days - Average rainfall days in March:
5.7 days - Average rainfall days in April:
8.3 days - Average rainfall days in May:
8.2 days - Average rainfall days in June:
8.6 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
5.9 days - Average rainfall days in August:
6.1 days - Average rainfall days in September:
5.9 days - Average rainfall days in October:
6.7 days - Average rainfall days in November:
5.8 days - Average rainfall days in December:
5.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (8.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).
Average sea temperature
Venice, Italy
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (25.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (8.8°C).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Venice, Italy
- Average daylight in January:
9h and 11min - Average daylight in February:
10h and 25min - Average daylight in March:
11h and 56min - Average daylight in April:
13h and 32min - Average daylight in May:
14h and 55min - Average daylight in June:
15h and 37min
- Average daylight in July:
15h and 16min - Average daylight in August:
14h and 4min - Average daylight in September:
12h and 32min - Average daylight in October:
10h and 56min - Average daylight in November:
9h and 32min - Average daylight in December:
8h and 47min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 37min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 47min).
- Average sunshine in January:
2h and 36min - Average sunshine in February:
3h and 48min - Average sunshine in March:
4h and 36min - Average sunshine in April:
5h and 48min - Average sunshine in May:
7h and 24min - Average sunshine in June:
8h and 6min
- Average sunshine in July:
9h and 18min - Average sunshine in August:
8h and 18min - Average sunshine in September:
6h and 36min - Average sunshine in October:
4h and 54min - Average sunshine in November:
2h and 54min - Average sunshine in December:
2h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average UV index
Venice, Italy
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
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