Cortina dʼAmpezzo

Dolomites Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Dolomites, Italy in August.

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Cortina dʼAmpezzo Canazei Ortisei Merano

Planning a journey to the Dolomites, Italy this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Dolomites in August

The Dolomites, Italy is a region in Italy. August in the Dolomites generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Cortina dʼAmpezzo at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Rovereto at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Rovereto and 8°C (46°F) in Cortina dʼAmpezzo.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Dolomites, Italy, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bolzano with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Cortina dʼAmpezzo with 222 mm (8.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this August. For example, Cortina dʼAmpezzo gets approximately 225 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Dolomites in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Dolomites

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in the Dolomites, Italy?

Temperature range in the Dolomites (August)

Precipitation variation in the Dolomites (August)

Cortina dʼAmpezzo

In August Cortina dʼAmpezzo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
225 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
226 mm (8.9 in)
222 mm (8.7 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Cortina dʼAmpezzo →

Canazei

In August Canazei generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
211 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
156 mm (6.1 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Canazei →

Ortisei

In August Ortisei generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
211 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ortisei →

Merano

In August Merano generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
211 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Merano →

Bolzano

In August Bolzano generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
211 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Bolzano →

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In our records: Italy August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Italy in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Italy reached 46°C (115°F) in Marina di Ragusa on August 10, 1999.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Dolomites in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cortina dʼAmpezzo 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 222 mm (8.7 in)
Canazei 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Ortisei 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Merano 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Bolzano 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Bressanone 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)

The Dolomites weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Dolomites, Italy in August?

August in the Dolomites, Italy brings poor weather. In Cortina dʼAmpezzo, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in the Dolomites, Italy in August?

Cortina dʼAmpezzo averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does the Dolomites, Italy get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in the Dolomites, Italy peaks during August. Cortina dʼAmpezzo averages roughly 222 mm (8.7 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Dolomites, Italy?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit the Dolomites, Italy due to the typically poor weather in Cortina dʼAmpezzo.

On average, the best time to visit the Dolomites, Italy is in September with generally unpleasant weather in Cortina dʼAmpezzo.

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