Venice · January
Low seasonItaly · Europe
Max Temp
7.3°C
Min Temp
0.9°C
Sunshine
3.9 h/day
Rain Days
4 days
Water Temp
11.7°C
Rainfall
53.8 mm
Humidity
79%
Avg Temp
3.8°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Venice is on the cool side — with highs around 7°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 7°C during the day and drop to 1°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 4 sunshine hours per day and 4 rain days (54 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 12°C, the water is still quite cool in January — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Venice in January
- Winterjacke
- Thermokleidung und warme Lagen
- Mütze, Schal und Handschuhe
- Warme, wasserfeste Schuhe
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Venice?
- January is not an optimal month for Venice (Score: 41/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Venice in January?
- In January, Venice sees daily highs of 7°C. Nights cool to 1°C, with a daily average of 4°C.
- How much rain falls in Venice in January?
- In January, Venice receives an average of 54 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Venice get in January?
- Venice averages 4 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Venice in January?
- Water temperature in Venice in January averages 12°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.