Italy Venice Weather in February — Climate Guide
February in Venice is very-high
Venice Weather in February — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 9° / 1°
- Rainfall
- 50mm · 7 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Venice in February averages a high of 9°C and low of 1°C with 50mm of rain over about 7 days. Cold + Carnevale costumes. Heavy coat + waterproof boots + costume layer (Carnevale).
February is very-high for Venice.
Carnevale (the iconic mask festival) doubles hotel prices + creates massive crowds. Book 6+ months ahead. Outside Carnevale: still low-season.
Travel score
Venice February Weather Stats
Avg High
9°C
Avg Low
1°C
Rainy Days
7
50mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
humid
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
7°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
February Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
7°C
Nighttime
-1°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for February
February Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Carnevale (THE Venice festival)
- Costume parties + masks + masquerade balls
- Heritage atmosphere
Cons
- Carnevale 2x hotel prices
- Massive crowds during festival
- Acqua alta possible
February Events & Festivals
- Carnevale di Venezia (10 days before Ash Wednesday) — Venice's biggest annual event
Venice in February — Full Picture
Carnevale (the iconic mask festival) doubles hotel prices + creates massive crowds. Book 6+ months ahead. Outside Carnevale: still low-season.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cold + Carnevale costumes. Heavy coat + waterproof boots + costume layer (Carnevale).
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
17.3°C
8°C
8.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
27°C
18°C
7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
18°C
10.7°C
9.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current8°C
0.7°C
8/mo
Venice Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7° | 0° | 8d·55mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 9° | 1° | 7d·50mm | 4h | 75% | 2 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 13° | 4° | 8d·60mm | 5h | 70% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 17° | 8° | 9d·70mm | 6h | 65% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 12° | 8d·65mm | 7h | 65% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 16° | 8d·65mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 28° | 19° | 6d·50mm | 10h | 65% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 19° | 7d·65mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 24° | 15° | 8d·80mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| 18° | 11° | 9d·90mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 12° | 6° | 11d·100mm | 2h | 80% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 8° | 1° | 9d·65mm | 3h | 80% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Venice February Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is February a good time to visit Venice?
Venice in February is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Venice in February?
Venice February averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C.
Does it rain much in Venice in February?
Venice February averages 50mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Venice in February?
Cold + Carnevale costumes. Heavy coat + waterproof boots + costume layer (Carnevale).
What time are sunrise and sunset in Venice in February?
Venice February sunrise is 07:15 and sunset is 17:45, with 10h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Venice in February?
Venice February air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Venice in February?
In February, Venice is great for Carnevale parades + masquerade balls, Mask shopping (Ca' Macana heritage), Doge's Palace + St Mark's.
Is February peak season in Venice?
Venice February crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.