Vienna vs Venice

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

Vienna is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Venice is cooler at 7°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in January. Venice receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Vienna reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -3°C (27°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Venice averages 7°C (45°F) for the high and 2°C (36°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 January.

Vienna receives approximately 35 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Venice sees 60 mm over 8 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.