Italy Venice Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Venice is very-high
Venice Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 22° / 12°
- Rainfall
- 65mm · 8 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Venice in May averages a high of 22°C and low of 12°C with 65mm of rain over about 8 days. Day 22°C tee, evening 12°C cardigan.
May is very-high for Venice.
Honeymoon-best month. Long daylight + comfortable temps. Crowds rising sharply.
Travel score
Venice May Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
12°C
Rainy Days
8
65mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
6
High
Wind
7 km/h
Gusts 20
Sea Temp
17°C
swimming possible (chilly)
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
32 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
22°C
Nighttime
12°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
7 km/h
Max gust 20 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 22/12°C ideal
- Long daylight 15h
- Tourist season peak start
- Lido beaches open
Cons
- Hotels 30% above April
- Crowds rising
May Events & Festivals
- Vogalonga rowing race (May)
- Spring peak
Venice in May — Full Picture
Honeymoon-best month. Long daylight + comfortable temps. Crowds rising sharply.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Day 22°C tee, evening 12°C cardigan.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current17.3°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)
8°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 May Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Venice?
Venice in May is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Venice in May?
Venice May averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C.
Does it rain much in Venice in May?
Venice May averages 65mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Venice in May?
Day 22°C tee, evening 12°C cardigan.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Venice in May?
Venice May sunrise is 05:50 and sunset is 20:35, with 14h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Venice in May?
Venice May air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Venice in May?
In May, Venice is great for Doge's Palace + St Mark's + Gondola sunset, Murano + Burano + Torcello, Lido beach starts.
Is May peak season in Venice?
Venice May crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Best Months to Visit Venice
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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.