Cortina dʼAmpezzo

Dolomites Weather in September

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

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Cortina dʼAmpezzo Canazei Ortisei Merano

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

What to Expect in the Dolomites in September

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Brunico at 15°C (59°F) and pleasant in Rovereto at 20°C (68°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Rovereto and 4°C (39°F) in Brunico.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bressanone with an average of 86 mm (3.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Feltre with 176 mm (6.9 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in September. Cortina dʼAmpezzo typically receives 196 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Dolomites by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Dolomites - and find the best time to visit. (based on Cortina dʼAmpezzo)

January-1°C (30°F) February0°C (32°F) March4°C (39°F) April7°C (45°F) May13°C (55°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September15°C (59°F) October10°C (50°F) November4°C (39°F) December-1°C (30°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Dolomites in September

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

Temperature range in the Dolomites (September)

Precipitation variation in the Dolomites (September)

Cortina dʼAmpezzo

In September Cortina dʼAmpezzo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
196 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
222 mm (8.7 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Cortina dʼAmpezzo →

Canazei

In September Canazei generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
186 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Canazei →

Ortisei

In September Ortisei generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
186 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
less favorable
Climate in Ortisei →

Merano

In September Merano generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
186 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
good
mixed
less favorable
Climate in Merano →

Bolzano

In September Bolzano generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
186 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
mixed
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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cortina dʼAmpezzo 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Canazei 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Ortisei 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Merano 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Bolzano 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Bressanone 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

The Dolomites weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

the Dolomites, Italy typically experiences mixed weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cortina dʼAmpezzo average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in the Dolomites, Italy during September range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Cortina dʼAmpezzo.

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

Cortina dʼAmpezzo typically receives notable rainfall in September, about 158 mm (6.2 in) on average across the Dolomites, Italy.

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

In our opinion, September is one of the best times to visit the Dolomites, Italy, but the weather is often mixed in Cortina dʼAmpezzo.

Generally speaking, September provides mixed weather in Cortina dʼAmpezzo.

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