Venice and its Lagoon Travel Guide
Venice and its Lagoon travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Venice and its Lagoon is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Venice. Venice and its Lagoon is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for a city built on 118 islands.
Right now it is 72°F (22°C) in Venice and its Lagoon with mainly clear. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 71°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Venice and its Lagoon is April, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Garda, Lake Bled, Historic Centre of Florence and Swiss National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is 3.4°F below the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Venice and its Lagoon today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Venice and its Lagoon
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 45°26′26.9″N 12°18′55.8″E (45.4408, 12.3155)
Weather in Venice and its Lagoon right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:55 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌤️ 82° / 71°
Mainly clear · 0% rain · wind 12 mph
🌥️ 89° / 70°
Fog · 28% rain · wind 14 mph
Quick facts about Venice and its Lagoon
Things to do in Venice and its Lagoon
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Venice and its Lagoon.
Best time to visit Venice and its Lagoon
Go in April, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Venice and its Lagoon
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Venice Marco Polo Airport | VCE | 5 mi | Venice |
| Milan Malpensa Airport | MXP | 174 mi | Milan |
| Munich Airport | MUC | 203 mi | Munich |
| Zurich Airport | ZRH | 227 mi | Zurich |
| Rome Fiumicino Airport | FCO | 252 mi | Rome |
| Vienna International Airport | VIE | 273 mi | Vienna |
Explore Venice and its Lagoon
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Venice and its Lagoon?
Venice and its Lagoon is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in Venice. Its coordinates are 45.4408, 12.3155. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Venice and its Lagoon right now?
It is currently 72°F (22°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 70% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Venice and its Lagoon?
April, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Venice and its Lagoon, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Venice and its Lagoon in?
Venice and its Lagoon observes Europe/Rome (UTC+02:00). The local time is 4:55 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Venice and its Lagoon?
The closest airports are Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 5 mi away, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 174 mi away and Munich Airport (MUC), 203 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Venice and its Lagoon?
Popular options include Lake Garda, Lake Bled, Historic Centre of Florence, Swiss National Park, Zugspitze and Leaning Tower of Pisa.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 4:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
