Weather/Climate in the DolomitesAll mountain regions get a fair amount of rain in summer and the Dolomites are no exception. June and September are the driest months.
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In Val di Fassa, even when the rain wets the trails, a world of exciting indoor activities awaits you. Explore the Ladin museums, immerse yourself in the thermal waters of the wellness centres and the many swimming pools, have fun in the sports facilities and challenge friends at the bowling alley or the ice rink.
Weather/Climate in the DolomitesAll mountain regions get a fair amount of rain in summer and the Dolomites are no exception. June and September are the driest months.
The winter skiing season runs from mid-December until early April. We've personally visited the Dolomites in May, June, July, August, September, and October. The best time of year to visit the Dolomites is mid/late June, early July, and September.
Italy's best travel months are May, June, September, and October. They're also the busiest and most expensive time to visit (with the north remaining just as busy throughout midsummer). Crowds aside, these months combine the convenience of peak season with pleasant weather.
PRO TIP: Hiking is NOT all difficult in the Dolomites. There are plenty of trails that are rated easy and medium on the challenge scale, and everything is very well marked. In fact, some of the most iconic views from the Dolomites can be accessed by an easy hike!
If you simply want to drive through the Dolomites and visit a few highlights, two to three days is all you need. If you love hiking, spend as much time here as you can. I recommend five days at a minimum. So far, we spent 12 very busy days in the Dolomites and still have more that we want to come back and do.
Italy's best travel months are May, June, September, and October. They're also the busiest and most expensive time to visit (with the north remaining just as busy throughout midsummer). Crowds aside, these months combine the convenience of peak season with pleasant weather.
Dressing for the sun in RomeThink cotton t-shirts, midi skirts. or loose pants and don't forget to stay hydrated. You can wear shorts if you like, although Romans don't tend to wear short shorts except at the beach. Be prepared to cover up when visiting churches.
The dolomites are a major tourist destination so, as with all tourist destinations in Italy in August, they get crowded and expensive. If you can't do July, try end of June or the beginning of September.
The Dolomites are a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for epic hikes, delicious food and beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons. The towering limestone peaks of the Dolomites are an iconic sight in Northern Italy and is a place where you will find yourself planning your next visit time and time again.