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Italy · Ships call at Venice, Italy
Cool, cruise season starts
Venice in March brings cooler conditions, with highs around 51°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. Cool, cruise season starts.
Crowds are moderate in March, 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 March, with the date each one leaves port.
Mediterranean Odyssey
Viking Cruises
Sails Feb 20, 2027
Mediterranean & Italian Sojourn
Viking Cruises
Sails Feb 25, 2027
Mediterranean & Adriatic Sojourn
Viking Cruises
Sails Feb 25, 2027
Mediterranean's Iconic Shores
Viking Cruises
Sails Feb 25, 2027
Italian Sojourn
Viking Cruises
Sails Mar 4, 2027
Empires Of The Mediterranean
Viking Cruises
Sails Mar 4, 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 March is 51°F, with a low of 47°F.
Venice typically sees 3 days of rain in March. Cool, cruise season starts.
For a March cruise to Venice, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.