Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Val Gardena in January
This is the coldest month in Val Gardena: highs average 32°F (0°C) and lows 16°F (-9°C), with about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 47/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 32°F (0°C)
- Avg low
- 16°F (-9°C)
- Rain or snow
- 1.6 in (41 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 68%
- Daylight
- ~8 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 47/100 · Fair
What January feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 32°F (0°C).
Average lows of 16°F (-9°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Daylight is short, roughly 8 h 46 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around January
January sits mid-table; the best months are June – September.
- Comfort holds steady from December (45 → 47/100).
- Our Dolomites High Road route recommends Jun – Sep, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 16°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Val Gardena in January
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
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 32°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 32°F day.
Museum Gherdëina
Ortisei's museum of woodcarving, Ladin culture and local fossils.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 32°F.
Sella Pass
Hairpin pass between the Sella group and Sassolungo towers.
Nearby in January
- Bolzano in January~16 mi · highs 43°F, 1.3 in rain or snow · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Cortina d'Ampezzo in January~22 mi · highs 32°F, 1.6 in rain or snow · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Füssen in January~83 mi · highs 36°F, 3.6 in rain or snow · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
- St. Moritz in January~87 mi · highs 26°F, 2.2 in rain or snow · 4°C (7°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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Val Gardena?
It's middling, scoring 47/100. The best months are June – September, at up to 78. Expect highs of 32°F (0°C) and 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain or snow. Our Dolomites High Road route recommends Jun – Sep, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Val Gardena in January?
Average highs are 32°F (0°C) and average lows 16°F (-9°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Val Gardena in January?
Not much: about 1.6 in (41 mm) of rain or snow falls across January on average, the 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 January?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 16°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Val Gardena in January?
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