Dolomites, ItalyQuick decision
When to visit Dolomites?
🌞 Best time overall
August
🌡️ Optimal temperature
2°C–12°C in August
🌧 Least rain
59% rainy days in August
🌧 Wettest month
May (70%)
📅 Best score
4.6/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
HikingJune–September — Tre Cime, Seceda and Alta Via 1.
SkiingDecember–March — Cortina, Val Gardena and Sellaronda.
Via FerrataJune–September — exposed routes, ladders and cables on limestone.
PhotographyJune–July or October — golden light on Dolomite spires.
Monthly climate data
Dolomites weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ❄️ January | -16°C | -7°C | 26% | 1.6 | 7.5h | 4.2/10 | 7.2/10 |
| ❄️ February | -14°C | -5°C | 27% | 2.1 | 8.7h | 4.3/10 | 8.1/10 |
| ❄️ March | -12°C | -4°C | 31% | 2.3 | 10.1h | 4.4/10 | 8.5/10 |
| 🌨️ April | -8°C | 0°C | 41% | 3.7 | 11.1h | 4.2/10 | 9.1/10 |
| 🌨️ May | -5°C | 4°C | 70% | 5.2 | 11.0h | 2.3/10 | 7.6/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 0°C | 11°C | 68% | 4.8 | 13.2h | 4.3/10 | 5.7/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 2°C | 12°C | 64% | 5.3 | 13.0h | 4.5/10 | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 2°C | 12°C | 59% | 4.9 | 12.1h | 4.6/10 | 5.6/10 |
| 🌦️ September | -1°C | 8°C | 44% | 3.4 | 10.6h | 4.4/10 | 7.1/10 |
| 🌨️ October | -5°C | 4°C | 28% | 3.6 | 9.1h | 4.3/10 | 8.3/10 |
| ❄️ November | -10°C | -3°C | 30% | 3.9 | 7.7h | 4.1/10 | 8.1/10 |
| ❄️ December | -14°C | -6°C | 23% | 2.7 | 7.3h | 4.2/10 | 7.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Challenging climate
Average 0°C, 47% rainy days, 10.7h sunshine/day. Score: 3.6/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Challenging climate
Average 12°C, 64% rainy days, 12.8h sunshine/day. Score: 4.5/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Challenging climate
Average 3°C, 34% rainy days, 9.1h sunshine/day. Score: 4.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Challenging climate
Average -6°C, 25% rainy days, 7.8h sunshine/day. Score: 4.2/10.
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FAQ
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It depends on the activity. For skiing: April (ski score 9.1/10). For hiking/summer: August (4.6/10, 12°C).
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.6/10. Cold temperatures (-7°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
In August, temperatures average 12°C. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
May is the wettest month with 70% rainy days.
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