What to pack for Venice in January
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 79%; max daily wind around 15 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Venice: June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Venice guide.
Venice in January: the details
In January, Venice sees average daytime highs of 8°C (46°F) and overnight lows of 1°C (33°F). Rainfall totals roughly 56 mm across 6.2 rainy days, and the sun shines about 6 hours per day with 8.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 79%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 10th-wettest in Venice. The sunniest month is June (13.1 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 8°C / 46°F |
| Overnight low | 1°C / 33°F |
| Rainfall | 56 mm over 6.2 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 6 h/day (8.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 79% |
| Travel score | 3.8 / 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 January?
Daytime highs in Venice in January average 8°C (46°F); nights drop to about 1°C.
Does it rain in Venice in January?
Expect around 6.2 rainy days and 56 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Venice?
January is a challenging month to visit Venice — consider June & September–October instead. Overall travel score: 3.8/10. The best months are June & September–October.
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