Vienna vs Venice

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Venice edges ahead as the better destination in December. Venice offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Vienna sees 4 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.

Vienna is on the cooler side at 4°C, requiring warmer clothing. Venice is cooler at 8°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Venice is the stronger choice in December. Venice receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Vienna reaches an average high of 4°C (39°F) and drops to -2°C (28°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Venice averages 8°C (46°F) for the high and 3°C (37°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The 4°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Vienna receives approximately 39 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Venice sees 79 mm over 8 rain days. That makes Venice the drier option by 1 rain day and 40 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.