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Venice in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Venice in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Venice, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Venice in April 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Planning a trip to Venice in April? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +17°C and approximately 11 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 13 rainy days and 69 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+17°C
Avg. max. temperature
0°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
69 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Venice has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Venice in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Venice for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +22°C during the day to a minimum of +3°C during the night, the temperature in April averages around +17°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 32% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +16°C to +22°C.

Is Venice warm or cold in April?

Venice is typically mild in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +13°C to +17°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +5°C to +9°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Venice:

Water temperature in Venice in April

Water in Venice in April is Cold. It varies from +11°C to +16°C, with an average of +13°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +17°C.

In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Venice are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +25°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +8°C.

Can you swim in Venice in April?

We would not recommend swimming in Venice in April, the water is very cold (+13°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Venice in April

Venice weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+13°C+17°C+22°C
Min. temperature
-6°C0°C+4°C
Max. temperature
+23°C+28°C+31°C
Rainfall
60 mm69 mm74 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+10°C+13°C+19°C
Humidity
74%73%72%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1013 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
121111
Cloudy days
854
Rainy days
101312
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as good as in March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +13°C to +17°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 60 mm to 69 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 73%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 12 sunny days in March to 11 in April.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Venice in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Venice is gradually increasing during April, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Venice based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 30% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 87 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 9 rainy days during April, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Venice wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 94 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 47 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Venice?

This is the weather in Venice in April 2023:
1 April
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+16°C
2 April
☀️
+19°C
3 April
☀️
+14°C
4 April
☀️
+11°C
5 April
☀️
+10°C
6 April
☀️
+13°C
7 April
☀️
+15°C
8 April
☀️
+15°C
9 April
☁️
+14°C
10 April
☀️
+16°C
11 April
☀️
+17°C
12 April
☁️
+17°C
13 April
🌧️
+13°C
14 April
🌧️
+14°C
15 April
☀️
+15°C
16 April
☀️
+16°C
17 April
☀️
+18°C
18 April
☀️
+20°C
19 April
☀️
+19°C
20 April
🌧️
+15°C
21 April
☀️
+20°C
22 April
☀️
+21°C
23 April
☀️
+20°C
24 April
🌧️
+17°C
25 April
🌧️
+15°C
26 April
☀️
+18°C
27 April
☀️
+20°C
28 April
☀️
+20°C
29 April
☀️
+21°C
30 April
☀️
+22°C
In April 2023 Venice had 23 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +22°C and a minimum of +10°C. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Venice climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Venice in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+16°C) and the highest in 2022 (+20°C). The driest year was 1983 with only 551 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1356 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Venice in April:

Is April a good time to visit Venice?

April is a really good time to go to Venice. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Venice.

Can you sunbathe in Venice in April?

April has mild temperatures in Venice. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Venice in April?

Swimming in Venice in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Venice rainy in April?

Venice is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Venice in April?

The amount of sunny days in Venice during April varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Italy

Check out the weather for other cities in Italy.

Monthly weather in Venice

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Venice, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.