Venice, Italy Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Venice
Weather in Venice is shaped by its humid subtropical climate - expect hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. July afternoons typically reach 83°F (28°C), while January highs hover near 46°F (8°C). Annual precipitation averages 37.8 inches (960 mm) over about 103 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: July - highs near 83°F (28°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 46°F (8°C)
- Record high: 95°F (35°C) · Record low: 21°F (-6°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: May (14 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (13.3 h sun/day)
- Climate type: humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
- Snow: about 1 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 83°F (28°C) and overnight lows stay near 70°F (21°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 46°F (8°C) and lows around 33°F (1°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 95°F (35°C) and dropped as low as 21°F (-6°C).
Rain, sun and snow
May is usually the wettest month. It brings about 5.0 inches (126 mm) of rain over 14 days, while July is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 13.3 hours of sun a day. Snowfall is rare but not unheard of.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 33° | 6 | 2.0 in | 6.2 h/day | 79% |
| February | 49° | 37° | 7 | 2.7 in | 6.7 h/day | 79% |
| March | 55° | 42° | 8 | 2.5 in | 9.0 h/day | 75% |
| April | 62° | 48° | 9 | 2.9 in | 10.5 h/day | 74% |
| May | 69° | 57° | 14 | 5.0 in | 10.8 h/day | 75% |
| June | 78° | 65° | 9 | 3.1 in | 13.1 h/day | 73% |
| July | 83° | 70° | 8 | 2.0 in | 13.3 h/day | 69% |
| August | 83° | 69° | 7 | 2.9 in | 12.2 h/day | 68% |
| September | 75° | 62° | 10 | 4.4 in | 10.3 h/day | 73% |
| October | 66° | 54° | 10 | 4.0 in | 7.7 h/day | 79% |
| November | 55° | 44° | 9 | 4.0 in | 6.0 h/day | 80% |
| December | 47° | 36° | 7 | 2.4 in | 5.3 h/day | 83% |
Venice month by month
Venice weather in January
January brings highs around 46°F (8°C), lows near 33°F (1°C), about 6 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Venice.
Venice weather in February
February brings highs around 49°F (10°C), lows near 37°F (3°C), about 7 wet days.
Venice weather in March
March brings highs around 55°F (13°C), lows near 42°F (5°C), about 8 wet days.
Venice weather in April
April brings highs around 62°F (16°C), lows near 48°F (9°C), about 9 wet days.
Venice weather in May
May brings highs around 69°F (21°C), lows near 57°F (14°C), about 14 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Venice.
Venice weather in June
June brings highs around 78°F (26°C), lows near 65°F (18°C), about 9 wet days.
Venice weather in July
July brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 8 wet days - typically the hottest month and the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Venice.
Venice weather in August
August brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 7 wet days.
Venice weather in September
September brings highs around 75°F (24°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 10 wet days.
Venice weather in October
October brings highs around 66°F (19°C), lows near 54°F (12°C), about 10 wet days.
Venice weather in November
November brings highs around 55°F (13°C), lows near 44°F (7°C), about 9 wet days.
Venice weather in December
December brings highs around 47°F (8°C), lows near 36°F (2°C), about 7 wet days.
Seasons in Venice
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Venice is mild, with daytime highs averaging 62°F (17°C) and nights around 49°F (9°C); expect showers on roughly 30 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Venice runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 68°F (20°C); expect showers on roughly 24 days across the season.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Venice stays on the cool side of mild, with daytime highs averaging 65°F (19°C) and nights around 53°F (12°C); expect showers on roughly 29 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Venice is brisk and cold, with daytime highs averaging 47°F (9°C) and nights around 36°F (2°C); expect showers on roughly 20 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Venice
The best time to visit Venice is generally June to October and April, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 75°F (24°C).
Pack for Venice with a warm jacket and layers for the cooler season; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - July nights average 70°F (21°C).
Venice temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.