Cortina dʼAmpezzo

Dolomites Weather in May

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

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Cortina dʼAmpezzo Canazei Ortisei Merano

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

What to Expect in the Dolomites in May

The Dolomites, Italy is a region in Italy. May in the Dolomites generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Brunico at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Rovereto at 18°C (64°F). At night it cools down to 10°C (50°F) in Rovereto and 2°C (36°F) in Brunico.

For specific regional insights in the Dolomites, Italy, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Bressanone with an average of 112 mm (4.4 in) to heavy rainfall in San Martino di Castrozza with 204 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Cortina dʼAmpezzo sees around 202 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Dolomites in May

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

Temperature range in the Dolomites (May)

Precipitation variation in the Dolomites (May)

Cortina dʼAmpezzo

In May Cortina dʼAmpezzo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
202 hours
208 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
183 mm (7.2 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cortina dʼAmpezzo →

Canazei

In May Canazei generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
184 hours
207 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Canazei →

Ortisei

In May Ortisei generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
184 hours
207 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
128 mm (5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ortisei →

Merano

In May Merano generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
184 hours
207 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Merano →

Bolzano

In May Bolzano generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
184 hours
207 hours
201 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Bolzano →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cortina dʼAmpezzo 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 183 mm (7.2 in)
Canazei 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Ortisei 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Merano 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Bolzano 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Bressanone 15°C (59°F) 3°C (37°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)

The Dolomites weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across the Dolomites, Italy in May. The popular destination of Cortina dʼAmpezzo averages 13°C (55°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in the Dolomites, Italy during May range from a nighttime low near 3°C (37°F) to a daytime high around 13°C (55°F) in Cortina dʼAmpezzo.

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

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to the Dolomites, Italy, with Cortina dʼAmpezzo averaging around 183 mm (7.2 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our view, May 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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