What is the weather like in Venice in May?

Expect temperatures between 13°C and 22°C with 28% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Venice in May?

Venice in May scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Venice in May?

May in Venice is ideal for: Families with children, Elderly travelers, Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Venice Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

22°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

13°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

21days

28% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Adriatic Sea(Mare Adriatico)

17.9°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

💧Refreshing

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

🏄Cool, wetsuits recommended

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Adriatic Sea

Mare Adriatico

Venice coastline

Essential Travel Info for Venice

🗓️ Best Time to Visit 📖 Travel Guide 🍴 Food Guide

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

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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 May a Good Time to Visit Venice?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(66/100)

Short Answer

Venice's May delivers on its reputation: 22°C, 28% rain, 11.2h sunshine. The trade-off? Peak crowds and prices at 96% capacity.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

96% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Ideal temperature range

21.6°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Hantavirus

Plenty of sunshine

11.2h of sunshine daily

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.33m wave height - Lake-like

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 21.6°C temperatures and low 28% rain risk
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Elderly travelers
Comfortable 21.6°C temperature range with manageable humidity
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
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Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 21.6°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 17.9°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Venice in May averages 22°C with 28% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Venice in May

What are the temperatures in Venice in May?

Daytime highs average 22°C, nights drop to 13°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Venice in May?

Expect around 21 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Venice in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Venice?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Venice Weather in May