April · Italy
Best time to visit Venice in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Venice in April
Average temperature 13°C, 55 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 72% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
8.7/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 55 mm
- Humidity
- 72%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
April in Venice scores 8.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 13°C, 55 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
From April to June, Venice’s canals, lagoon light, and hushed campi glow before the summer crowds swell.
April in Venice tops the year's climate scores
Temperatures hover around 13°C (56°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 55 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.3 hours of daylight to work around it.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Venice at 8.7/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Venice in April?
- In April, Venice averages 13°C, 55 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.7/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Venice?
- April earns a 8.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Venice in April?
- Expect about 55 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 72% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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