Cortina dʼAmpezzo

Dolomites Weather in March

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

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Cortina dʼAmpezzo Canazei Ortisei Merano

Are you planning a trip a to the Dolomites, Italy in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Dolomites in March

The Dolomites, Italy is a region in Italy. March in the Dolomites generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Brunico to 10°C (50°F) in Rovereto. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Rovereto and -6°C (21°F) in Brunico. March is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For a closer look at conditions across the Dolomites, Italy, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Bressanone with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) to high snow/rainfall in Feltre with 118 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Cortina dʼAmpezzo, you can expect around 178 hours of sunlight in March, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in the Dolomites in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Dolomites.

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 March for some of the most popular destinations in the Dolomites, Italy?

Temperature range in the Dolomites (March)

Precipitation variation in the Dolomites (March)

Cortina dʼAmpezzo

In March Cortina dʼAmpezzo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
178 hours
175 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cortina dʼAmpezzo →

Canazei

In March Canazei generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
166 hours
184 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Canazei →

Ortisei

In March Ortisei generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
166 hours
184 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ortisei →

Merano

In March Merano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
166 hours
184 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Merano →

Bolzano

In March Bolzano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
125 hours
166 hours
184 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bolzano →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Dolomites, in Italy.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cortina dʼAmpezzo 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Canazei 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Ortisei 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Merano 5°C (41°F) -5°C (23°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Bolzano 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Bressanone 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)

The Dolomites weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across the Dolomites, Italy in March. The popular destination of Cortina dʼAmpezzo averages 4°C (39°F) by day and -5°C (23°F) at night during this month.

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

In Cortina dʼAmpezzo, the average daytime high in March is 4°C (39°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -5°C (23°F).

Does the Dolomites, Italy get a lot of snow/rain in March?

March is on the drier side in the Dolomites, Italy. Cortina dʼAmpezzo averages only about 90 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

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

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to the Dolomites, Italy with often poor weather in Cortina dʼAmpezzo.

Generally speaking, September provides unpleasant weather in Cortina dʼAmpezzo.

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