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Italy · Ships call at Venice, Italy
Cold and damp, fog possible
Venice in January brings cooler conditions, with highs around 47°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cold and damp, fog possible.
Crowds are moderate in January, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during January, with the date each one leaves port.
Mediterranean
MSC Cruises
Sails Dec 27, 2026
Mediterranean
MSC Cruises
Sails Dec 28, 2026
Mediterranean
MSC Cruises
Sails Dec 28, 2026
New! Mediterranean & Adriatic Odyssey
Viking Cruises
Sails Jan 5, 2027
Star Collector: Winter Mediterranean Adventure
Windstar Cruises
Sails Jan 6, 2027
Mediterranean
MSC Cruises
Sails Jan 7, 2027
Since 2021, ships over 25,000 tons can’t sail past St. Mark’s, so most cruises from Venice board at Porto Marghera or the Fusina terminal on the mainland. Small luxury ships still use the old Marittima terminal near Piazzale Roma. Your cruise documents name the terminal, and some lines sell “Venice” cruises that actually leave from Trieste or Ravenna.
The average high temperature in Venice during January is 47°F, with a low of 43°F.
Venice typically sees 3 days of rain in January. Cold and damp, fog possible.
For a January cruise to Venice, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.