On this page, you will find information about the climate and the best time to visit Venice. We created climate tables and charts for the locations of Venice und Trieste. These contain details about temperatures, precipitation and more.
Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Venice for your holiday.
More than 60 percent of the almost 260 square miles of water area. The city area is home to around 275,000 inhabitants, 60,000 of whom live in the historic centre of Venice.
Venice and its settlements are located on alluvial land and were inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1987. Like Paris, Venice is often referred to as the”city of love”.
The city centre is one of the most visited destinations in Europe. One distinguishes the laguna morta (dead lagoon) in the north from the saltwater lagoon Laguna viva, which is mainly fed by fresh water. The waters offer a very extensive diversity of species and are especially important for migratory birds.
In addition to the historical centre, five districts on the mainland are part of the city area of Venice, as well as the more than 60 islands that are spread out in the lagoon of Venice in the north of the Adriatic Sea.
The city has about 180 canals, which can still be crossed by gondolas. The largest artery is the Canal Grande, which winds its way through the entire historical centre of the city.
Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Venice for your holiday.
Climate Overview
-1 °C to 29 °C
9 °C to 26 °C
2.01 – 4.76 in (5 – 10 Days of Rain)
Average Annual Temperature is between 13.2 °C (Venice) and 14.6 °C (Trieste)
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General & Geography
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Venice is a lagoon city in northeastern Italy and forms the capital of the Veneto region.
More than 60 percent of the almost 260 square miles of water area. The city area is home to around 275,000 inhabitants, 60,000 of whom live in the historic centre of Venice.
Venice and its settlements are located on alluvial land and were inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1987. Like Paris, Venice is often referred to as the”city of love”.
The city centre is one of the most visited destinations in Europe. One distinguishes the laguna morta (dead lagoon) in the north from the saltwater lagoon Laguna viva, which is mainly fed by fresh water. The waters offer a very extensive diversity of species and are especially important for migratory birds.
In addition to the historical centre, five districts on the mainland are part of the city area of Venice, as well as the more than 60 islands that are spread out in the lagoon of Venice in the north of the Adriatic Sea.
The city has about 180 canals, which can still be crossed by gondolas. The largest artery is the Canal Grande, which winds its way through the entire historical centre of the city.
Best Time to Visit Venice: Overview
JanuaryJan Winter max. 8 °C | FebruaryFeb Winter max. 11 °C | MarchMar Prime of the year max. 14 °C | AprilApr Suitable time to traveltime up to 18 °C | MayMay Good time to traveltime up to 23 °C | JuneJun Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Venice |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Venice | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Venice | SeptemberSep Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Venice | OctoberOct Suitable time to traveltime up to 19 °C | NovemberNov Winter max. 13 °C | DecemberDec Winter max. 9 °C |
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Venice) in the following overview.Location | Best Time to Travel |
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Venice | May, June, July, August, and September |
Trieste | June, July, August, and September |
Climate Charts Venice
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Venice
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Venice, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Venice
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Day Temperature | 7° | 10° | 14° | 18° | 23° | 27° | 29° | 29° | 25° | 19° | 12° | 8° |
Night Temperature | 1° | -1° | 3° | 7° | 11° | 15° | 17° | 17° | 13° | 9° | 3° | -1° |
Water Temperature | 10° | 9° | 10° | 13° | 17° | 21° | 23° | 26° | 25° | 20° | 16° | 12° |
Precipitation (inch) | 1.99 | 2.14 | 2.18 | 3.24 | 3.6 | 3.92 | 2.64 | 3.19 | 3.25 | 3.83 | 2.97 | 2.34 |
Rainy days | 6 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 6 |
Hours of Sunshine | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 3 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Venice is 13.2 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July (23.4 °C)
Coldest month: December (3.7 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Venice is 26 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
May, June, July, August, September, and October
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
June, July, August, and September
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 35.29 inch on 89 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: January, February, March, November, and December
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 10.5 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 6.4 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Trieste (Venice)
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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Day Temperature | 8° | 9° | 12° | 17° | 23° | 26° | 29° | 28° | 24° | 18° | 13° | 9° |
Night Temperature | 4° | 4° | 7° | 10° | 15° | 18° | 20° | 20° | 17° | 13° | 8° | 5° |
Water Temperature | 10° | 9° | 9° | 13° | 17° | 21° | 23° | 25° | 23° | 19° | 15° | 12° |
Precipitation (inch) | 2.28 | 2.24 | 2.5 | 3.26 | 3.31 | 3.87 | 2.44 | 3.33 | 3.68 | 4.78 | 4.23 | 3.48 |
Rainy days | 7 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 8 |
Hours of Sunshine | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Trieste is 14.6 °C.Warmest month: July (24.3 °C)
Coldest month: January (5.7 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Trieste is 25 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
May, June, July, August, September, and October
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
June, July, August, and September
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 39.41 inch on 92 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: January, February, and December
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 10.3 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day on average.Popular Activities
Venice: Doge’s Palace Reserved Entry Admission Ticket
Culture & history
from 36 $ »
Head straight inside the Doge’s Palace in Venice with your admission ticket. Explore the site that was the head of a thousand-year republic and marvel at its art and architecture. Walk across the iconic Bridge of Sighs.
Marco Polo Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Venice City Center
Transfers
from 10 $ »
This express airport transfer features comfortable air-conditioned buses with large luggage space beneath the passenger compartment. During the 20-minute ride you can make use of the free WiFi on board. Return service to the airport is available.
Boat Trip: Glimpse of Murano, Torcello & Burano Islands
Tours
from 27 $ »
Cruise to the islands of Murano, Torcello, and Burano in the Venetian Lagoon on an approximately 4-hour tour. The most famous of the Venetian islands, they are known throughout the world for their picturesque scenery, handicrafts, and history.
More attractions
Venice: Marco Polo Airport Water Taxi Transfer | Venice: Waterbus and Mainland Bus Pass | Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica with Terrace Access Tour | Venice Doge’s Palace & St Mark’s Basilica Skip-the-Line Tour | Treviso Airport to Mestre and Venice by Express Bus | Venice: Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica Tour | La Fenice: Entry Ticket with Audio Guide |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Venice (Station Santa Croce)
clear sky, 1.5 °C
Clouds: 0 % Wind: 14 mph NO
Air Pressure: 1037 hPa Humidity: 60 %
Air Pressure: 1037 hPa Humidity: 60 %
Last updated: 8th Feb 2023, 10:26 am
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Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Italy: Regions
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Venice: Experiences of our Visitors
– sunny spells, partly cloudy.
– with suitable clothes very well to endure
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
Usually quite cool, with appropriate clothing excellent to endure, hardly any rain.
Weather Rating: 3 stars – Mixed
1. sunny, not too warm, 17 -20°,
2. no rain
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent