Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Cortina d'Ampezzo in September
Cortina d'Ampezzo cools off: highs slip to 62°F (17°C), from 70°F in August, with lows of 44°F (7°C) and about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain.
At 78/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 62°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 3.9 in (100 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 65%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 19 min
- Comfort score
- 78/100 · Great
What September feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 62°F (17°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 44°F (7°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.9 in (100 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around September
September is one of Cortina d'Ampezzo's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by October, the score drops to 63/100.
- Comfort holds steady from August (77 → 78/100).
- September sits inside the Jun – Sep window our Dolomites High Road route recommends.
What to pack for September
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 44°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Cortina d'Ampezzo in September
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Tre Cime di Lavaredo Loop
10-km loop around the three iconic peaks via Rifugio Locatelli.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Oct.
Lago di Sorapis
Milky turquoise lake reached by a 2-hour trail with ledges and ladders.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jul–Sep.
Rifugio Averau
Mountain hut above Cinque Torri with serious cooking and a terrace.
Why now September scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Corso Italia
Cortina's pedestrian main street for an evening passeggiata.
Why now Highs near 62°F and 3.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Cinque Torri
Chairlift to five rock towers with restored WWI trenches.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in September
- Val Gardena in September~22 mi · highs 62°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bolzano in September~37 mi · highs 75°F, 3.5 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Lake Bled in September~95 mi · highs 69°F, 4.9 in rain · 4°C (6°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Salzburg in September~97 mi · highs 66°F, 4.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Cortina d'Ampezzo?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 78/100. Expect highs of 62°F (17°C) and 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain. September is inside the Jun – Sep window our Dolomites High Road route recommends.
How cold is Cortina d'Ampezzo in September?
Average highs are 62°F (17°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Cortina d'Ampezzo in September?
Some: about 3.9 in (100 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 41.9 in (1064 mm).
What should I pack for Cortina d'Ampezzo in September?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 44°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Cortina d'Ampezzo
Routes in season in September
- Dolomites High Road Jun – Sep
Planning Cortina d'Ampezzo in September?
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