01Weather
Venice weather in January
Afternoons in January average 7.6 °C (46 °F) and nights cool to 0.9 °C (34 °F). The month brings about 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain spread over roughly 5 days. Compared with December it is 1.1 °C cooler; February is 2.6 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical January | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 11 °C / 52 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 4 °C / 40 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | -3 °C / 27 °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) | 14.7 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 17 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest January day 2016–2025 | 17.0 °C / -7.0 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January | 07:50 | 16:37 | 8.8 h |
| 15 January | 07:46 | 16:53 | 9.1 h |
| 31 January | 07:32 | 17:15 | 9.7 h |
Daylight grows by about 54 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Rome).
03Crowds
How busy Venice is in January
quiet The main sights are quiet in January. What drives it:
- cold, foggy, acqua alta season
- Epiphany on 6 January
- quietest month
04Public holidays
Public holidays in January 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2027 | New Year's Day |
| 6 Jan 2027 | Epiphany |
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 January
Every year in January
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Regata delle Befane | 6 January, Grand Canal | tradition |
07Packing
What to pack for Venice in January
- a winter coat, gloves and a hat
- thermal layer for early mornings
- waterproof shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
- gloves: frost on about 15 mornings
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
January is cold, damp and frequently foggy, with afternoons around 7 °C, the Epiphany regatta of costumed Befanas on the Grand Canal on 6 January and the possibility of acqua alta, when raised walkways appear in Piazza San Marco. It is the quietest month of the year and the cheapest, and the city under mist is extraordinary. Many restaurants close for annual holidays after Epiphany. Rain falls on about six days.
The Fenice opera house runs its winter season. The Accademia and the Peggy Guggenheim are empty on weekday mornings. The Carnival preparations begin in late January in some years. Daylight runs from about half past seven to five. For Carnival and the densest crowds of the year, see February.
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 January? See the best time to visit Venice.
10Elsewhere
January in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Rome in January | 13 °C | 10 |
| Prague in January | 4 °C | 10 |
| Budapest in January | 4 °C | 10 |
| Paris in January | 7 °C | 13 |
| Barcelona in January | 15 °C | 4 |
| Amsterdam in January | 7 °C | 12 |
11FAQ
Venice in January: your questions
Is January a good time to visit Venice?
January is a good month to visit Venice. Daytime highs average 8 °C (46 °F), rain falls on about 5 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are quiet.
What is the weather like in Venice in January?
Expect cold days around 8 °C (46 °F) and nights near 1 °C (34 °F). One January in ten brings afternoons above 11 °C, and one in ten stays below 4 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Venice in January?
January brings about 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain over roughly 5 days, which is fairly dry by Venice standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 17 percent.
What should I wear in Venice in January?
Pack a winter coat, gloves and a hat, thermal layer for early mornings, waterproof shoes.
Is Venice crowded in January?
The main sights are quiet in January. Main drivers: cold, foggy, acqua alta season; Epiphany on 6 January; quietest month.
What time does it get dark in Venice in January?
Around the middle of January the sun sets at about 16:53 and rises at 07:46, giving 9.1 hours of daylight.