Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Val Gardena in September
Val Gardena 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
Highs near 62°F (17°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 44°F (7°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.9 in (100 mm).
Plan around September
September is one of Val Gardena'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 (76 → 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 picks involve some walking
What to do in Val Gardena in September
September is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Seceda
Cable car to a 2,500-m ridge with the jagged Odle peaks dropping away.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jun–Oct mornings.
Sassolungo Circuit
Full-day loop around the Sassolungo massif past several huts.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best Jul–Sep.
Gostner Schwaige
Small alpine hut on the Alpe di Siusi known for creative mountain cooking.
Vallunga
Flat, car-free valley walk from Selva into the Puez-Odle park.
Why now September scores 78/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Museum Gherdëina
Ortisei's museum of woodcarving, Ladin culture and local fossils.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Nearby in September
- Bolzano in September~16 mi · highs 75°F, 3.5 in rain · 7°C (12°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Cortina d'Ampezzo in September~22 mi · highs 62°F, 3.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Füssen in September~83 mi · highs 64°F, 4.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- St. Moritz in September~87 mi · highs 56°F, 3.9 in rain · 3°C (6°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Val Gardena?
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 Val Gardena 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 Val Gardena 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 Val Gardena 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 picks involve some walking).
More on Val Gardena
Routes in season in September
- Dolomites High Road Jun – Sep
Planning Val Gardena in September?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.