Venice in November: Weather, Events, and Travel Tips, Venice, Italy

We’ve visited Venice in every season, but November ended up being one of our favourites-quieter canals, moody skies, and surprisingly good value.

Yes, there’s a chance of acqua alta, and the evenings get chilly-but it’s also more relaxed, and still magical.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything we loved, what to pack, what to watch out for, and how to make the most of your 2025 trip-rain boots optional.

It’s cooler, wetter, and definitely not peak season-but that’s kind of the point. You’ll need layers, probably a waterproof, and maybe an umbrella you won’t cry over if it turns inside out.

Temperatures hover around 12°C (54°F), but it can feel colder, especially in the evenings. It’s also Venice’s rainiest month, so expect showers-sometimes quick, sometimes not. We had a few dry days and a couple where we were very grateful for our boots.

This is also when acqua alta (high tide flooding) is most likely. You’ve probably seen the photos. It’s not as dramatic as it looks-raised walkways go up when needed, and the MOSE barriers usually keep the worst of it at bay.

For context: I’m terrified of open water (even swimming pools give me the ick sometimes), and I still felt totally fine walking around. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).