01Weather
Venice weather in December
Afternoons in December average 8.7 °C (48 °F) and nights cool to 2.3 °C (36 °F). The month brings about 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain spread over roughly 6 days. Compared with November it is 4.3 °C cooler; January is 1.1 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical December | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 12 °C / 54 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 5 °C / 41 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | -1 °C / 30 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 9.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 21 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest December day 2016–2025 | 15.0 °C / -5.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 December | 07:30 | 16:29 | 9.0 h |
| 15 December | 07:43 | 16:27 | 8.7 h |
| 31 December | 07:50 | 16:36 | 8.8 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 12 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Rome).
03Crowds
How busy Venice is in December
moderate The main sights are moderate in December. What drives it:
- Christmas markets
- Immaculate Conception on 8 December
- New Year's Eve in Piazza San Marco
04Public holidays
Public holidays in December 2026
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 8 Dec 2026 | Immaculate Conception |
| 25 Dec 2026 | Christmas Day |
| 26 Dec 2026 | St. Stephen's Day |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Venice in December
Every year in December
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Eve in Piazza San Marco | 31 December | seasonal |
07Packing
What to pack for Venice in December
- a winter coat, gloves and a hat
- thermal layer for early mornings
- waterproof shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- gloves: frost on about 9 mornings
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
December is cold and atmospheric, with afternoons around 8 °C, Christmas markets at Campo Santo Stefano, the Immaculate Conception holiday on 8 December and New Year's Eve in Piazza San Marco with a midnight kiss and fireworks over the Bacino. Fog is frequent. The first three weeks are quiet; the final week is busy and expensive. Rain falls on about six days. Acqua alta remains possible.
Christmas Eve mass at the Basilica and the Fenice's New Year's concert are the traditional events. The Murano glass furnaces offer winter demonstrations. The Rialto market is festive. Daylight is under nine hours. For the quietest, cheapest, foggiest month, see January.
09Compare
Venice month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8 °C | 1 °C | 5 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 10 °C | 3 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| March | 13 °C | 6 °C | 6 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 17 °C | 10 °C | 7 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 21 °C | 14 °C | 10 | – | busy | Good |
| June | 27 °C | 19 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 29 °C | 21 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 29 °C | 20 °C | 6 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 24 °C | 16 °C | 7 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 19 °C | 12 °C | 6 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 13 °C | 6 °C | 8 | – | quiet | Good |
| December | 9 °C | 2 °C | 6 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about December? See the best time to visit Venice.
10Elsewhere
December in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Rome in December | 14 °C | 10 |
| Prague in December | 5 °C | 8 |
| Budapest in December | 5 °C | 8 |
| Paris in December | 8 °C | 13 |
| Barcelona in December | 16 °C | 3 |
| Amsterdam in December | 8 °C | 14 |
11FAQ
Venice in December: your questions
Is December a good time to visit Venice?
December is a good month to visit Venice. Daytime highs average 9 °C (48 °F), rain falls on about 6 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Venice in December?
Expect cold days around 9 °C (48 °F) and nights near 2 °C (36 °F). One December in ten brings afternoons above 12 °C, and one in ten stays below 5 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Venice in December?
December brings about 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain over roughly 6 days, which is fairly dry by Venice standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 21 percent.
What should I wear in Venice in December?
Pack a winter coat, gloves and a hat, thermal layer for early mornings, waterproof shoes.
Is Venice crowded in December?
The main sights are moderate in December. Main drivers: Christmas markets; Immaculate Conception on 8 December; New Year's Eve in Piazza San Marco.
What time does it get dark in Venice in December?
Around the middle of December the sun sets at about 16:27 and rises at 07:43, giving 8.7 hours of daylight.