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Venice in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Venice in December will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Venice, based on historical data.
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December

Weather in Venice in December 2024

OK Weather
Chill
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Venice in December, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +46°F during the day and approximately 10 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 9 rainy days in the month and around 62 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • December is usually the wettest month of the year in Venice;

Average weather

☀️
+46°F
Avg. max. temperature
+12°F
Min.
+61°F
Max.
62 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Venice has OK weather in December.

Average temperature in Venice in December

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Venice for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +57°F during the day to a minimum of +30°F during the night, the temperature in December averages around +50°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +50°F to +50°F.

Is Venice warm or cold in December?

Venice is typically chill in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +55°F to +46°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +43°F to +36°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

December is one of the coolest months in Venice, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Venice in December

Water in Venice in December is Cold. It varies from +51°F to +59°F, with an average of +55°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +46°F.

In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Venice are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +78°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +47°F.

Can you swim in Venice in December?

We would not recommend swimming in Venice in December, the water is very cold (+55°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Venice in December

Venice weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+55°F+46°F+45°F
Min. temperature
+21°F+12°F+10°F
Max. temperature
+73°F+61°F+59°F
Rainfall
93 mm62 mm47 mm
Wind
1 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F+55°F+49°F
Humidity
79%80%79%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1018 HPa1018 HPa
Sunny days
81011
Cloudy days
91011
Rainy days
1298
Snowy days
012

December weather is still as ok as in November. It’s getting colder in December. From +55°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +46°F. As December arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 93 mm to 62 mm. Humidity rises from 79% to 80%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 1 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in December, from 8 to 10.

January brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Venice in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Venice is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Venice based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 23% chance of rain on an average day in December, with total rainfall of approximately 50 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during December, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how December is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Venice wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 94 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 47 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last December in Venice?

This is the weather in Venice in December 2023:
1 December
🌧️
+50°F
2 December
🌧️
+57°F
3 December
☀️
+48°F
4 December
☀️
+41°F
5 December
☁️
+43°F
6 December
☀️
+50°F
7 December
☀️
+50°F
8 December
☁️
+45°F
9 December
☀️
+50°F
10 December
🌫️
+45°F
11 December
🌫️
+48°F
12 December
☀️
+52°F
13 December
🌫️
+48°F
14 December
🌫️
+52°F
15 December
☀️
+53°F
16 December
☀️
+50°F
17 December
☀️
+50°F
18 December
☀️
+56°F
19 December
☀️
+57°F
20 December
☀️
+47°F
21 December
☀️
+48°F
22 December
☀️
+55°F
23 December
☀️
+51°F
24 December
🌫️
+56°F
25 December
☁️
+53°F
26 December
🌫️
+49°F
27 December
🌫️
+50°F
28 December
🌫️
+52°F
29 December
☁️
+47°F
30 December
🌫️
+55°F
31 December
☁️
+50°F
In December 2023 Venice had 15 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +50°F, with an absolute maximum of +57°F and a minimum of +41°F. The average humidity was 87%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 55%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Venice climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Venice in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+61°F) and the highest in 2022 (+68°F). The driest year was 1983 with only 551 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1356 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Venice in December:

Is December a good time to visit Venice?

It’s always a good time to visit Venice, but the weather is changeable in December, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Venice in December?

Not really, December is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Venice in December?

Swimming in Venice in December is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Venice rainy in December?

Venice is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Venice in December?

The amount of sunny days in Venice during December varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Italy

Check out the weather for other cities in Italy.

Monthly weather in Venice

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Venice, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.