What to pack for Venice in December
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 83%; max daily wind around 15 km/h.
How December compares
Best months in Venice: June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Venice guide.
Venice in December: the details
In December, Venice sees average daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and overnight lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall totals roughly 87 mm across 9.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 4.7 hours per day with 8.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 83%.
In context: December is the 11th-warmest month and the 5th-wettest in Venice. The sunniest month is June (13.1 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 9°C / 48°F |
| Overnight low | 3°C / 37°F |
| Rainfall | 87 mm over 9.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 4.7 h/day (8.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 83% |
| Travel score | 3.6 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Venice, Italy (45.44, 12.33) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Venice in December?
Daytime highs in Venice in December average 9°C (48°F); nights drop to about 3°C.
Does it rain in Venice in December?
Expect around 9.3 rainy days and 87 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Venice?
December is a challenging month to visit Venice — consider June & September–October instead. Overall travel score: 3.6/10. The best months are June & September–October.
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