Verdict: Good month
Venice Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Venice — highs around 21°C (70°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 14 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is a solid month to visit Venice.
Average high
21°C / 70°F
Average low
14°C / 57°F
Rain days
~14
Precipitation
129 mm
What to pack for Venice in May
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 14 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Venice: Jul (29°C / 84°F) · Coolest: Jan (8°C / 46°F) · Wettest: May (~14 rain days)
8°
1°
Jan
10°
3°
Feb
13°
5°
Mar
16°
8°
Apr
21°
14°
May
26°
18°
Jun
29°
21°
Jul
29°
21°
Aug
24°
17°
Sep
19°
12°
Oct
13°
6°
Nov
9°
3°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)