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Venice in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Venice in May 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Venice in May? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +72°F and approximately 11 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 12 rainy days and 74 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+39°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
74 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Venice has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Venice in May

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

Going from a maximum of +81°F during the day to a minimum of +52°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +72°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 31% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +77°F.

Is Venice warm or cold in May?

Venice is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +63°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +48°F to +57°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Venice:

Water temperature in Venice in May

Water in Venice in May is Fresh. It varies from +58°F to +73°F, with an average of +65°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +72°F.

In May, 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 May?

Water temperature (+65°F) in Venice in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Venice in May

Venice weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+63°F+72°F+79°F
Min. temperature
+32°F+39°F+48°F
Max. temperature
+82°F+88°F+97°F
Rainfall
69 mm74 mm71 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+56°F+65°F+74°F
Humidity
73%72%71%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
111112
Cloudy days
543
Rainy days
13129
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +63°F to +72°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 69 mm to 74 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 11 sunny days during the month.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Venice is gradually increasing during May, going from 5 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Venice based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 158 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 30 mm, which is moderate rain. May is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May 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 May in Venice?

This is the weather in Venice in May 2023:
1 May
☀️
+68°F
2 May
🌧️
+62°F
3 May
☀️
+68°F
4 May
☀️
+71°F
5 May
☀️
+75°F
6 May
☀️
+75°F
7 May
☀️
+76°F
8 May
🌧️
+69°F
9 May
☀️
+70°F
10 May
🌧️
+59°F
11 May
🌧️
+58°F
12 May
🌧️
+63°F
13 May
🌧️
+64°F
14 May
🌧️
+61°F
15 May
☀️
+70°F
16 May
🌧️
+64°F
17 May
🌧️
+65°F
18 May
☀️
+68°F
19 May
☀️
+67°F
20 May
☀️
+70°F
21 May
☀️
+81°F
22 May
☀️
+81°F
23 May
☀️
+79°F
24 May
☀️
+77°F
25 May
☀️
+78°F
26 May
☀️
+79°F
27 May
☀️
+79°F
28 May
☀️
+78°F
29 May
☀️
+80°F
30 May
☀️
+79°F
31 May
☀️
+77°F
In May 2023 Venice had 22 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +72°F, with an absolute maximum of +81°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 15 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 May 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 May:

Is May a good time to visit Venice?

May is a really good time to go to Venice. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Venice.

Can you sunbathe in Venice in May?

May has mild temperatures in Venice. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Venice in May?

In general, you can swim in Venice in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +65°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Venice rainy in May?

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

Is it sunny in Venice in May?

The amount of sunny days in Venice during May 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.