Late winter · Weather & things to do
Val Gardena in February
Val Gardena 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
- 70%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 04 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.
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 17°F (-8°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 1.7 in (44 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
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 places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Val Gardena 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.
Rifugio Emilio Comici
Hut at the foot of Sassolungo known for fresh seafood at altitude.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 35°F.
Gostner Schwaige
Small alpine hut on the Alpe di Siusi known for creative mountain cooking.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
La Cërcia
Ortisei wine bar with a deep list and South Tyrolean snacks.
Why now A cozy break on a 35°F day.
Museum Gherdëina
Ortisei's museum of woodcarving, Ladin culture and local fossils.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 35°F.
Vallunga
Flat, car-free valley walk from Selva into the Puez-Odle park.
Nearby in February
- Bolzano in February~16 mi · highs 46°F, 1.4 in rain or snow · 6°C (12°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Cortina d'Ampezzo in February~22 mi · highs 35°F, 1.7 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Füssen in February~83 mi · highs 38°F, 2.8 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- St. Moritz in February~87 mi · highs 27°F, 1.9 in rain or snow · 4°C (8°F) cooler 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 Val Gardena's ~1,233 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.
Val Gardena in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Val Gardena?
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 Val Gardena 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 Val Gardena 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 Val Gardena 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 places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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