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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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.
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.
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.
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.
The only real drawback to visiting the Dolomites in the summer is that it's peak season, which runs from June to late August. While you won't experience the same kinds of crowds as the Vatican City at Easter or Venice during Carnevale, many hiking trails can get busy, and prices will be higher.
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.
Seasonal Planning for Travel to the DolomitesIf you're into skiing, winter is ideal. If it's hiking you're after, summer and early fall is your best bet. Temperatures and weather conditions vary depending on how high you go into the mountains. In all seasons it's important to be prepared with layers of clothing.
Can you get altitude sickness in the Dolomites? Yes, but it's not likely. Altitude sickness usually starts to kick in above 2,500 meters and can present itself (at these mild altitudes) with shortness of breath or an accelerated heartbeat.
THE DOLOMITES ARE EXPENSIVE BUT ALSO AFFORDABLE WITH THESE TIPS. We're not going to lie, the Dolomites can be very expensive, and for many travellers, prohibitively so. Accommodation, especially in popular areas, can exceed €200 per night and will likely be your largest cost.
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.
The main international airports closer to the Dolomites are the one in Venice (160km) and the one in Munich (Germany). There also are smaller airports in the region, in Treviso, Verona and Innsbruk (Austria). We recommend flying to Venice (Marco Polo) as a first choice.
Even if you regularly hike in tennis shoes or sandals, you'll want hiking boots with good ankle support for hiking in the Dolomites. The Dolomite rock is slippery, the trails can be muddy, and the stones are loose and tend to slide around. You need the ankle support and extra grip of a proper hiking boot!
The main international airports closer to the Dolomites are the one in Venice (160km) and the one in Munich (Germany). There also are smaller airports in the region, in Treviso, Verona and Innsbruk (Austria). We recommend flying to Venice (Marco Polo) as a first choice. Once in Venice you can take a bus to Cortina.
The Watefall of Fanes is the highest waterfall in the Dolomites, in Italy. But this is not all. Its suggestive canyons and the via ferrata under it make it one of the most popular destination for easy treks and hiking in the area.
Water in the Dolomites is excellent and pure. It comes directly from our mountains, so there is no need to buy bottled water. Our advice: do not use disposable water bottles and fill your own water bottle or flask from our water fountains or the tap. We assure you that our water is fresh, clean, and good.