The Dolomites weather in May
Considering a trip to the Dolomites this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in the Dolomites in May?
The Dolomites is a region in Italy. May in the Dolomites generally has temperatures that range from moderate to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
During the day temperatures vary from moderate in Brunico at 13°C to pleasant in Rovereto at 18°C. At night it cools down to 10°C in Rovereto and 2°C in Brunico.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Bressanone with an average of 112 mm to heavy rainfall in San Martino di Castrozza with 204 mm. Meanwhile, Canazei enjoys close to 207 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For a closer look at May's conditions in the Dolomites, see the map below. For a more detailed look at the Dolomites's yearly weather, check out our the Dolomites climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in the Dolomites?
Canazei
In May Canazei generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Ortisei
In May Ortisei generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Cortina dʼAmpezzo
In May Cortina dʼAmpezzo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Merano
In May Merano generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Bolzano
In May Bolzano generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in the Dolomites, in Italy.
Is May the best time to visit the Dolomites?
In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to the Dolomites with often unpleasant weather in Canazei.
Generally speaking, July and August provide pleasant weather in Canazei. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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