What is the weather like in Venice in December?

Expect temperatures between 2°C and 8°C with 19% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Venice in December?

Venice in December scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Venice in December?

December in Venice is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Venice Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

8°C

Hottest around day 2

Avg Low

2°C

Coolest around day 30

Rainy Days

0days

19% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Adriatic Sea(Mare Adriatico)

11.5°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Adriatic Sea

Mare Adriatico

Venice coastline

Essential Travel Info for Venice

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Italian

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Driving

Right side

Connect

As of Sep 2021, Venice has 4G from Iliad...

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.643

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

44/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jun

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

Jan

117

Feb

120

Mar

125

Apr

133

May

139

Jun

121

Jul

129

Aug

136

Sep

114

Oct

Nov

100

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Madrid Adolfo Suárez –Barajas (MAD)

Barcelona (BCN)

London Heathrow (LHR)

Rome Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino (FCO)

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Italy. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Italy.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Italy.If rabies exposures occur while in Italy, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

For travelers moving or traveling toTBE-endemic areasTBE vaccineis recommended for persons who will haveextensiveexposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary.TBE vaccine may be considered for persons who might engage in outdoor activities in areas ticks are likely to be found.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Venice?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(64/100)

Short Answer

Cold but characterful December in Venice: 8°C daytime temperatures, fewer crowds, and December-specific atmosphere. Not for sun-seekers, but ideal for cozy indoor experiences.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

83% average humidity

Cold sea - swimming challenging

11.5°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Hantavirus

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.27m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

72% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 11.5°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Elderly travelers
83% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Venice in December averages 8°C with 19% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Venice in December

What are the temperatures in Venice in December?

Daytime highs average 8°C, nights drop to 2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Venice in December?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Venice in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Venice?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Venice Weather in December