Venice, Italy
🌍Best Time to Visit Guide

Venice

Italy

Discover the best time to visit

13°C avg
7 rain days/mo
3.6 crowds
See Monthly Breakdown
Best Time to Visit
Sep – Jul
Score: 68/100 • Perfect conditions
Consider Avoiding
Nov – May
Score: 17/100 • Less ideal
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Climate Overview

Weather in Venice

Monthly temperature ranges and rainfall patterns to help you pack right

Jan
6°
0°
6
Best
Feb
8°
1°
5
Mar
12°
4°
6
Apr
17°
9°
8
May
21°
13°
9
Jun
25°
17°
8
Jul
28°
19°
6
Best
Aug
27°
19°
7
Sep
24°
16°
7
Best
Oct
18°
11°
8
Nov
12°
5°
9
Dec
7°
1°
7
Cool
Mild
Warm
Hot
Best months
Crowds & Prices

When to Save Money

Monthly crowd levels and price indices for Venice

Avg Crowds
3.6
Avg Prices
3.8
Quietest
Jan
Cheapest
Jan
Jan
2
Low
Feb
3
Moderate
Mar
3
Moderate
Apr
4
High
May
5
Very High
Jun
5
Very High
Jul
5
Very High
Aug
5
Very High
Sep
4
High
Oct
3
Moderate
Nov
2
Low
Dec
2
Low
1-2: Best value
3: Moderate
4-5: Peak season
Sweet spot month

Pro Tip

Months marked with a star offer the best balance of low crowds and affordable prices. In Venice, consider visiting in January, November, December.

TripMemo Recommendation

The Sweet Spot

Perfect balance of comfortable weather, manageable crowds, and great value in Venice

#1 Pick

September

#1 recommended

68/100
Temp
16°–24°C
Rain
7 days
Crowds
4
Prices
4
Great weather

July

#2 recommended

66/100
Temp
19°–28°C
Rain
6 days
Crowds
5
Prices
5
Great weatherLow rainfall

January

#3 recommended

55/100
Temp
0°–6°C
Rain
6 days
Crowds
2
Prices
2
Few crowdsLow prices

August

#4 recommended

53/100
Temp
19°–27°C
Rain
7 days
Crowds
5
Prices
5
Great weather

Best months to visit Venice:

September, July, January

Month by Month

What to Expect Each Month

Detailed month-by-month guide to help you plan the perfect trip to Venice

Moderate CrowdsModerate Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during January.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
Moderate CrowdsModerate Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during February.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
Moderate CrowdsModerate Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during March.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
Moderate CrowdsModerate Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during April.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
Moderate CrowdsModerate Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during May.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
High CrowdsHigh Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during June.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
High CrowdsHigh Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during July.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
High CrowdsHigh Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during August.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
High CrowdsHigh Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during September.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
Moderate CrowdsModerate Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during October.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
Moderate CrowdsModerate Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during November.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
Moderate CrowdsModerate Prices

Weather

Check local weather forecasts for Venice during December.

Highlights

  • Research local attractions
  • Check for local events
  • Book accommodations in advance

Consider

  • Weather can vary
  • Popular periods may be crowded

Packing

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Essential documents
Events & Festivals

What's Happening in Venice

Major events, festivals, and celebrations throughout the year

Jan

January

New Year Celebrations

Ring in the new year with local celebrations and events.

holiday
Apr

April

Spring Festivals

Various springtime cultural events and celebrations.

festival
Jul

July

Summer Events

Peak season events including outdoor concerts and festivals.

music
Oct

October

Autumn Celebrations

Fall harvest festivals and cultural events.

cultural
Dec

December

Holiday Season

End of year celebrations, markets, and festivities.

holiday
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Related Tools

More tools to help plan your perfect trip to Venice

Seasonal Journaling

Capture the Season in Venice

Thoughtful prompts to help you journal about how the season shaped your experience

Any Season

How did the water levels affect your Venice experience—high water or low?

Acqua alta

Winter

Describe Carnival season—the masks, the mystery, the crowds.

Carnevale

Winter

What was it like experiencing Venice without the summer masses?

Off-season quiet

Summer

How did summer heat and humidity shape your daily wandering?

Summer climate

Autumn

Describe the morning mist rising from the canals.

Atmospheric mornings

Any Season

What seasonal food appeared on the cicchetti bar menus?

Venetian cuisine

Photo Checklist

Perfect Photo Moments in Venice

Know exactly when to capture the best shots based on season and timing

Festival

Carnival masks and costumes

February (varies)

San Marco and San Zaccaria squares

Weather Shot

Misty morning on Grand Canal

October - February

Before 7am for gondolas emerging from fog

Weather Shot

Acqua alta reflections in Piazza San Marco

October - December

Flooded square becomes mirror

Golden Hour

Golden hour on Rialto Bridge

Any season

East side in morning, west in evening

Nature

Burano colorful houses

Any season, midday

Flat light shows colors best

Crowd Timing

Empty alleyways at dawn

Any season before 8am

Magical without cruise ship crowds

Festival

Regata Storica boats

First Sunday of September

Historic boat parade on Grand Canal

Golden Hour

Summer sunset from San Giorgio Maggiore

June - August

Bell tower view of San Marco at golden hour

Weather Shot

Winter snow on bridges (rare)

January - February

Magical when it happens

Festival

Festa del Redentore fireworks

Third Saturday of July

Boats gather for spectacular show

Nature

Spring flowers on window boxes

April - May

Geraniums against weathered stone

Golden Hour

Blue hour at Piazza San Marco

Any season

Cafe lights, empty square

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