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Venice in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Venice in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
Planning a trip to Venice in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +13°C and approximately 12 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 60 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+13°C
Avg. max. temperature
-6°C
Min.
+23°C
Max.
60 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Venice has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Venice in March

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

Going from a maximum of +19°C during the day to a minimum of +3°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +15°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +10°C to +14°C.

Is Venice warm or cold in March?

Venice is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +9°C to +13°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +1°C to +5°C.

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

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

Water temperature in Venice in March

Water in Venice in March is Cold. It varies from +7°C to +12°C, with an average of +10°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +13°C.

The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire 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 March?

We would not recommend swimming in Venice in March, the water is very cold (+10°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 March

Venice weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+9°C+13°C+17°C
Min. temperature
-9°C-6°C0°C
Max. temperature
+22°C+23°C+28°C
Rainfall
48 mm60 mm69 mm
Wind
1 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+8°C+10°C+13°C
Humidity
77%74%73%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1015 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
111211
Cloudy days
985
Rainy days
71013
Snowy days
100

March often has better weather than February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +9°C to +13°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 48 mm to 60 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 77% to 74%. Winds are stronger in comparison to February, going up from 1 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 11 to 12.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 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 decreasing during March, going from 7 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Venice based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 45% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 71 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March 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 March in Venice?

This is the weather in Venice in March 2023:
1 March
🌧️
+10°C
2 March
☁️
+12°C
3 March
☀️
+13°C
4 March
☀️
+14°C
5 March
☀️
+13°C
6 March
☁️
+12°C
7 March
☁️
+13°C
8 March
☁️
+14°C
9 March
☁️
+15°C
10 March
☀️
+15°C
11 March
☁️
+16°C
12 March
☀️
+16°C
13 March
☀️
+17°C
14 March
🌧️
+13°C
15 March
☀️
+13°C
16 March
☀️
+12°C
17 March
☀️
+15°C
18 March
☀️
+15°C
19 March
☀️
+16°C
20 March
🌧️
+13°C
21 March
☀️
+18°C
22 March
☀️
+19°C
23 March
☀️
+19°C
24 March
🌫️
+17°C
25 March
☀️
+19°C
26 March
☀️
+16°C
27 March
☀️
+17°C
28 March
☀️
+15°C
29 March
☀️
+15°C
30 March
☁️
+16°C
31 March
☁️
+14°C
In March 2023 Venice had 19 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +15°C, with an absolute maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +10°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 31%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 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 March 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 March:

Is March a good time to visit Venice?

March 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 March?

March 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 March?

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

Is Venice rainy in March?

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

Is it sunny in Venice in March?

The amount of sunny days in Venice during March 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.