Late winter · Weather & things to do
Cortina d'Ampezzo in February
Cortina d'Ampezzo edges warmer than January, with highs of 35°F (1°C), lows of 17°F (-8°C) and about 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain or snow.
With a comfort score of 46/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 35°F (1°C)
- Avg low
- 17°F (-8°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.7 in (44 mm)
- Humidity
- 90%
- Cloud cover
- 71%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 46/100 · Fair
What February feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 35°F (1°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Average lows of 17°F (-8°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (47 → 46/100).
- Our Dolomites High Road route recommends Jun – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 17°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Cortina d'Ampezzo in February
With highs near 35°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
SanBrite
Michelin-starred restaurant using produce from its own farm.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 35°F.
Rifugio Locatelli
Hut facing the north faces of the Tre Cime, the loop's best lunch stop.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Enoteca Cortina
Long-running wine bar in the center with a big Italian list.
Why now A cozy break on a 35°F day.
Cinque Torri
Chairlift to five rock towers with restored WWI trenches.
Lagazuoi Cable Car
Cable car to 2,750 m with WWI tunnels and a huge Dolomites panorama.
Nearby in February
- Val Gardena in February~22 mi · highs 35°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bolzano in February~37 mi · highs 46°F, 1.4 in rain or snow · 6°C (12°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Lake Bled in February~95 mi · highs 40°F, 2.2 in rain or snow · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Salzburg in February~97 mi · highs 39°F, 2.8 in rain or snow · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,629 m to Cortina d'Ampezzo's ~1,225 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Cortina d'Ampezzo in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Cortina d'Ampezzo?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 46/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – September. Expect highs of 35°F (1°C) and 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain or snow. Our Dolomites High Road route recommends Jun – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Cortina d'Ampezzo in February?
Average highs are 35°F (1°C) and average lows 17°F (-8°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Cortina d'Ampezzo in February?
Not much: about 1.7 in (44 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 2nd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 41.9 in (1064 mm).
What should I pack for Cortina d'Ampezzo in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 17°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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