Region in Lombardy, Italy
Lake Garda weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Lake Garda
May–June and September are warm with fewer crowds; July–August is hottest and busiest. Many hotels and ferries wind down from November to March.
Lake Garda weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan7°40 mm
- Feb9°56 mm
- Mar14°56 mm
- Apr18°73 mm
- May23°91 mm
- Jun28°75 mm
- Jul31°71 mm
- Aug30°80 mm
- Sep25°76 mm
- Oct19°85 mm
- Nov13°103 mm
- Dec8°60 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C45°F | 0°C33°F | 40 mm | 78% | Cold |
| February | 9°C48°F | 2°C35°F | 56 mm | 76% | Cold |
| March | 14°C57°F | 5°C41°F | 56 mm | 73% | Cool |
| April | 18°C65°F | 9°C49°F | 73 mm | 72% | Pleasant |
| May | 23°C73°F | 14°C57°F | 91 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| June | 28°C82°F | 18°C65°F | 75 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| July | 31°C88°F | 21°C69°F | 71 mm | 59% | Pleasant |
| August | 30°C87°F | 20°C69°F | 80 mm | 60% | Pleasant |
| September | 25°C77°F | 16°C60°F | 76 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| October | 19°C67°F | 11°C52°F | 85 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| November | 13°C55°F | 6°C43°F | 103 mm | 80% | Cool |
| December | 8°C46°F | 2°C35°F | 60 mm | 78% | Cold |
Best months across Italy
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Rome | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Venice | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Florence | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Milan | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Amalfi Coast | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Naples | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Lake Como | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Cinque Terre | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Sicily | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Tuscany | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Positano | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sardinia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Bologna | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Verona | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Pisa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Capri | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Sorrento | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Lake Garda | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (31°C) |
| Turin | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Siena | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Puglia | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Dolomites | Jan–Mar, Jul, Sep | Jul (22°C) |
| Taormina | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Palermo | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (32°C) |
| Catania | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Bari | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Matera | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Lecce | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Genoa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Lucca | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Lake Garda?
May–Jun, Sep. May–June and September are warm with fewer crowds; July–August is hottest and busiest. Many hotels and ferries wind down from November to March.
When is the rainy season in Lake Garda?
Rain peaks in November with about 103 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Lake Garda?
July, with average highs of 31°C (88°F).
How cold does Lake Garda get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 0°C (33°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Navigazione Laghi (Lake Garda ferries)
- Verona Airport
- Trenitalia
- ASST Garda
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.