Venice Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Venice, Veneto, Italy. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let’s explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Venice has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1127 mm of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. September brings wetter days averaging 134 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 rainy days.
In contrast, January experiences a drier climate, with about 65 mm of rainfall spread across 10 rainy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C. The city receives 198 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 9°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Venice Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Italy
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Italy. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Venice’s average annual precipitation is 1127 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm, characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
How is Precipitation Measured?
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
Global Precipitation Patterns
Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm of rain annually.
Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.
Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.
Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm, with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm annually.
For more detailed information about Venice’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Venice Climate page.
Current rainfall in Venice
