Venice Travel Guide
Venice travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Active alerts for Venice
Heat Advisory issued August 23 at 12:06AM PDT until August 25 at 10:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Issued by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Extreme Heat Watch issued August 23 at 12:06AM PDT until August 28 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Issued by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Summary
Venice is a district in Los Angeles. Venice is a district known for the boardwalk and canals.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Venice with clear sky. It feels like 79°F. Today runs from 67°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Venice is April, May, June, July, August, September and October. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 78°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
The closest major airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), about 5 mi away. Nearby highlights include Santa Monica State Beach, Hollywood Sign, Disneyland Resort and Channel Islands National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is in line with the 78°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. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Venice today at 9.6/10. 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
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 33°59′6″N 118°28′10.2″W (33.985, -118.4695)
Weather in Venice right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:28 PM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 78° / 67°
Partly cloudy · 0% rain · wind 9 mph
☁️ 80° / 64°
Overcast · 1% rain · wind 11 mph
Quick facts about Venice
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | Los Angeles |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 33°59′6″N 118°28′10.2″W (33.985, -118.4695) |
| Known for | the boardwalk and canals |
| Local time | 1:28 PM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | April, May, June, July, August, September and October |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Things to do in Venice
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Venice.
Best time to visit Venice
Go in April, May, June, July, August, September and October. 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
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles International Airport | LAX | 5 mi | Los Angeles |
| San Diego International Airport | SAN | 114 mi | San Diego |
| Harry Reid International Airport | LAS | 237 mi | Las Vegas |
Explore Venice
Every topic we hold for this place, and the same topic for the places around it.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Venice?
Venice is a district in Los Angeles. Its coordinates are 33.985, -118.4695. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Venice right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 89% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Venice?
April, May, June, July, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Venice, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Venice in?
Venice observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 1:28 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Venice?
The closest airports are Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 5 mi away, San Diego International Airport (SAN), 114 mi away and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), 237 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Venice?
Popular options include Santa Monica State Beach, Hollywood Sign, Disneyland Resort, Channel Islands National Park, Coronado Beach and Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - 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 1:28 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
