Italy Venice Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Venice is very-high
December is very-high for Venice.
Christmas markets at Campo Santo Stefano + Campo San Polo are atmospheric. NYE Venice is romantic (fireworks over Bacino San Marco). Acqua alta still possible.
Travel score
Venice December Weather Stats
Avg High
8°C
Avg Low
1°C
Rainy Days
9
65mm total
Sunshine
3h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
humid
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
11°C
no swimming
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
28 μg/m³
PM10
50 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
6°C
Nighttime
-1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas markets
- Atmospheric foggy Venice
- NYE fireworks at St Mark's basin
- Lower than peak prices (outside Dec 23-Jan 1)
Cons
- 8/1°C cold + foggy
- Rain/snow 9 days/month
- Acqua alta possible
- Dec 23-Jan 1 hotel premiums
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas markets at Campo Santo Stefano + Campo San Polo
- New Year's Eve celebrations
- Acqua alta continues
Venice in December — Full Picture
Christmas markets at Campo Santo Stefano + Campo San Polo are atmospheric. NYE Venice is romantic (fireworks over Bacino San Marco). Acqua alta still possible.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cold + foggy + Christmas atmosphere. Heavy coat + scarf + waterproof boots + gloves.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
17.3°C
8°C
8.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
27°C
18°C
7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
18°C
10.7°C
9.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current8°C
0.7°C
8/mo
Venice Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7° | 0° | 8d·55mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 9° | 1° | 7d·50mm | 4h | 75% | 2 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 13° | 4° | 8d·60mm | 5h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 17° | 8° | 9d·70mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 12° | 8d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 16° | 8d·65mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 28° | 19° | 6d·50mm | 10h | 65% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 19° | 7d·65mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 24° | 15° | 8d·80mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 18° | 11° | 9d·90mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 6° | 11d·100mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 8° | 1° | 9d·65mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Venice?
Venice in December is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Venice in December?
Venice December averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C.
Does it rain much in Venice in December?
Venice December averages 65mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Venice in December?
Cold + foggy + Christmas atmosphere. Heavy coat + scarf + waterproof boots + gloves.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Venice in December?
Venice December sunrise is 07:45 and sunset is 16:40, with 8h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Venice in December?
Venice December air quality (AQI) averages 70, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 28μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Venice in December?
In December, Venice is great for Christmas markets, NYE fireworks at St Mark's basin, Doge's Palace + St Mark's.
Is December peak season in Venice?
Venice December crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.