Vicenza sits in or near the Po Valley in northern Italy, a flat river basin with a humid subtropical climate where persistent autumn rain and occasional intense summer thunderstorms both contribute to significant flood risk.
In Veneto near the Alpine foothills, the city’s Bacchiglione and Retrone rivers have flooded seriously in recent decades, including in 2010. The Po River and its many tributaries drain this densely populated plain, and because the terrain is so flat, sustained rain can raise river levels for days even after a storm has passed, making radar an important complement to river-gauge monitoring. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Vicenza right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Vicenza, Veneto in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Vicenza, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Vicenza rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Vicenza?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Veneto are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Vicenza or pass by.
Is this Vicenza rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.