Venice at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – Oct
- Warmest month
- Jul · 28°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,480 h
- Rain a year
- 1,009 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 2 m
Climate in Venice
Venice has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. July is the warmest month with average highs of 28 °C, while January is the coolest at 7 °C. With around 2,480 hours of sunshine a year, Venice is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 9.8 hours a day.
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: April – October
What is the weather like in Venice in October?
In October, Venice is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 102 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Venice.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 2 min07:25 – 18:27
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or more
- Wind
- 11 km/haverage daily peak
- Cloud cover
- 60 %on average
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+2Europe/Rome
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %37 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %66 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Sea temperature in Venice
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 17.8 – 20.3 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Venice ranges from 9.1 °C in February to 25.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in August, while the air already peaks in July. From October to January the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 24.7 and 27.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 10.1° | 9.0° | 11.4° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 9.1° | 7.8° | 10.4° | cold |
| MarchMar | 10.3° | 8.5° | 11.8° | cold |
| AprilApr | 13.9° | 12.8° | 15.5° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.6° | 17.3° | 19.9° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 23.0° | 21.8° | 24.3° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 25.6° | 24.5° | 26.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.9° | 24.7° | 27.2° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 22.9° | 21.9° | 24.3° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 19.1° | 17.8° | 20.3° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 15.7° | 14.5° | 16.5° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 12.4° | 11.4° | 13.3° | cold |
Sunshine hours in Venice
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.2 of 11.0 hours of daylight in Venice, 47 % of the day.
Sunshine hours count the time with bright, direct sunshine (WMO definition, estimated from model data); daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Venice: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Venice has about 9 rainy days with 102 mm of rain in total.
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 29 | 7° | 1° | 10.1° | 4.7 h | 7 | 60 |
| FebruaryFeb | 39 | 9° | 2° | 9.1° | 5.5 h | 7 | 62 |
| MarchMar | 58 | 13° | 5° | 10.3° | 6.8 h | 8 | 70 |
| AprilApr | 76 | 17° | 9° | 13.9° | 7.3 h | 10 | 84 |
| MayMay | 80 | 21° | 13° | 18.6° | 7.9 h | 11 | 107 |
| JuneJun | 89 | 26° | 18° | 23.0° | 9.3 h | 9 | 72 |
| JulyJul | 84 | 28° | 20° | 25.6° | 9.8 h | 9 | 68 |
| AugustAug | 83 | 28° | 20° | 25.9° | 8.9 h | 9 | 88 |
| SeptemberSep | 83 | 23° | 16° | 22.9° | 7.2 h | 9 | 109 |
| OctoberOct | 77 | 18° | 12° | 19.1° | 5.2 h | 9 | 102 |
| NovemberNov | 45 | 13° | 7° | 15.7° | 4.6 h | 11 | 119 |
| DecemberDec | 28 | 8° | 2° | 12.4° | 4.3 h | 8 | 69 |
Climate averages 1996–2025, not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)
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Best time to visit Venice
The best time to visit Venice is from April to October. For a beach holiday with the sea above 21 °C, go from June to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from April to October. The wettest month is November with 119 mm of precipitation.
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Your best months: May – June, September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Apr – Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Venice month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
29January7° · Sea 10° · 5 h
In January, Venice is cold: daytime highs average 7 °C, and nights cool down to about 1 °C. The sea averages 10.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 60 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in January39February9° · Sea 9° · 6 h
In February, Venice is cold: daytime highs average 9 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 9.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 62 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in February58March13° · Sea 10° · 7 h
In March, Venice is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 10.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 70 mm. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in March76April17° · Sea 14° · 7 h
In April, Venice is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 84 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in April80May21° · Sea 19° · 8 h
In May, Venice is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 107 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in May89June26° · Sea 23° · 9 h
In June, Venice is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 23.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 72 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in June84July28° · Sea 26° · 10 h
In July, Venice is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. The sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 68 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in July83August28° · Sea 26° · 9 h
In August, Venice is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 20 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 88 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in August83September23° · Sea 23° · 7 h
In September, Venice is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 22.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 109 mm in total. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in September77October18° · Sea 19° · 5 h
In October, Venice is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 19.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 102 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in October45November13° · Sea 16° · 5 h
In November, Venice is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 15.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 119 mm in total. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in November28December8° · Sea 12° · 4 h
In December, Venice is cold: daytime highs average 8 °C, and nights cool down to about 2 °C. The sea averages 12.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 69 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Venice.
Venice in DecemberPlanning a trip to Venice
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 55 min
- Distance
- 1,150 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Frequently asked questions about Venice
When is the best time to visit Venice?
The best time to visit Venice is from April to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Venice?
The sea temperature in Venice ranges from 9.1 °C in February to 25.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
Can you swim in Venice in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 19.1 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from June to September.
What is the warmest month in Venice?
July is the warmest month, with average highs of 28 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 7 °C.
When does it rain most in Venice?
The wettest month is November with 119 mm of precipitation. The driest month is January with 60 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Venice get?
Venice gets around 2,480 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 9.8 hours a day; in December there are 4.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Venice in?
Venice uses the time zone Europe/Rome: UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Venice?
A nonstop flight from London to Venice takes about 1 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,150 km.
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