What to expect in Venice in February
February is a strong choice for Venice: 9° / 2°, with the biggest crowds of the year and prices close to the yearly average.
Venice weather in February
Typical conditions in Venice during February, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 9°C 48°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 2°C 36°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 35/100 |
| How it feels | Cool |
Average highs sit around 9°C with lows near 2°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Venice — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
Prices run mid-range this month: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Proper cold-weather kit — a warm mid-layer, windproof outer, hat and gloves. Days peak near 9°C and nights fall to about 2°C.
What it costs
Costs in February sit around the yearly average for Venice — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 17% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Venice Carnival while you’re there.
- Venice Carnival — Elaborate masks and costumes fill Piazza San Marco for two weeks of parades and masquerade balls.
Venice in February compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 8° / 2° | Moderate | $$ | 49 |
| January | 7° / 1° | Low | $ | 57 |
| February · This month | 9° / 2° | High | $$ | 39 |
| March | 13° / 5° | Moderate | $$ | 56 |
| April | 17° / 9° | Moderate | $$ | 53 |
These months score higher for Venice on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in February
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in February.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
