Vicenza sits in the Veneto plain at 39m (128ft) elevation, with a humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa). Expect hot, sticky summers where July and August average 30°C (86°F) highs, and cool, foggy winters where January lows dip to -1°C (30°F). The city gets about 1,060mm (42 inches) of rain annually, spread across roughly 85 rainy days , spring and autumn are the wettest seasons. The nearby Berici Hills provide some shelter from northern winds, but the plain traps humidity in summer and fog in winter. For more detail, see our best time to visit Vicenza guide.
| Month | Avg High (°C/°F) | Avg Low (°C/°F) | Rainfall (mm) | Rain Days | Sun Hours | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7 / 45 | -1 / 30 | 54 | 6 | 3 | 81% |
| February | 10 / 50 | 1 / 34 | 48 | 5 | 4 | 76% |
| March | 15 / 59 | 5 / 41 | 62 | 7 | 5 | 72% |
| April | 18 / 64 | 8 / 46 | 87 | 9 | 6 | 72% |
| May | 23 / 73 | 13 / 55 | 96 | 10 | 8 | 70% |
| June | 27 / 81 | 17 / 63 | 90 | 9 | 9 | 69% |
| July | 30 / 86 | 19 / 66 | 72 | 7 | 10 | 66% |
| August | 29 / 84 | 19 / 66 | 82 | 8 | 9 | 68% |
| September | 25 / 77 | 15 / 59 | 78 | 7 | 7 | 71% |
| October | 19 / 66 | 10 / 50 | 102 | 8 | 5 | 77% |
| November | 12 / 54 | 5 / 41 | 108 | 9 | 3 | 81% |
| December | 7 / 45 | 0 / 32 | 68 | 7 | 3 | 82% |
Vicenza Weather in Winter (December to February)
Winter in Vicenza is cold and damp. December through February see daytime highs between 7°C and 10°C (45-50°F) and overnight lows dipping to -1°C (30°F). Dense fog settles over the Veneto plain on roughly 40% of winter mornings, sometimes lasting until noon. Snowfall is rare in the city center , about 1-2 light dustings per year that melt within hours , though the nearby Asiago plateau (40km north, 1,001m elevation) gets reliable snow December through March. Rain averages 54-68mm per month across 5-7 wet days. Pack a heavy coat, gloves, and waterproof shoes , the combination of cold, damp, and fog penetrates clothing fast. Heating in most Italian buildings runs mid-October through mid-April, so indoor spaces are comfortable. For more detail, see our things to do in Vicenza.
Vicenza Weather in Spring (March to May)
Spring is Vicenza’s most changeable season. March starts cool at 15°C (59°F) highs but May reaches a pleasant 23°C (73°F). Rain increases steadily: 62mm in March, 87mm in April, 96mm in May , making this the wettest period alongside autumn. April and May each see 9-10 rainy days. Pack layers and a compact umbrella. The upside: the city’s parks and the Berici Hills burst with greenery, and outdoor cafe seating on Piazza dei Signori starts filling up by late March. Sun hours climb from 5 in March to 8 in May, giving you long, bright afternoons for exploring Palladian architecture on foot. For more detail, see our Vicenza events calendar.
Vicenza Weather in Summer (June to August)
Summer is hot and humid. July is the peak: average high of 30°C (86°F), overnight low of 19°C (66°F), humidity around 66%. Heat waves, increasingly common in recent years, can push temperatures to 36-38°C (97-100°F) for stretches of 3-5 days. Rain drops to 72mm in July with about 7 rainy days , mostly afternoon thunderstorms that clear within an hour. August is similar but slightly wetter at 82mm. Air conditioning is standard in hotels and larger restaurants, but smaller trattorias and historic buildings may not have it. This is the best season for day trips to Lake Garda (70km west), where you can swim, or the Asiago plateau for cooler high-altitude hiking. Sun peaks at 10 hours in July , the most of any month. For more detail, see our neighborhoods guide.
Vicenza Weather in Autumn (September to November)
Autumn starts warm and golden in September (25°C/77°F highs, 7 sun hours) but deteriorates fast. October brings the most rain of any month , 102mm across 8 rainy days , and temperatures drop to 19°C (66°F) by day, 10°C (50°F) at night. November is the wettest in mm (108mm) with the most rainy days (9). Fog returns by late October, thickening through November. On the plus side, September and early October deliver comfortable sightseeing weather with fewer tourists than spring, and the surrounding Veneto countryside turns rich with harvest season colors. The grape harvest (vendemmia) runs September through early October across the Colli Berici wine region. For more detail, see our where to stay in Vicenza. For more, read our travel tips for Vicenza.
