The best times to visit Garda for ideal weather are

April 23rd to October 14th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Garda Travel Info

Weather in Garda

Temperature

Average temperatures in Garda vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 46th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Garda, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 84.4°F (29.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.3°F (22.4°C) at night.

Garda Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Garda Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Garda Perceived Temperature (F)

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Garda Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Garda Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 45.8 38.4 30.4
Feb 50.9 41.1 31.1
Mar 58.8 48 34.7
Apr 67.4 57.3 40.4
May 74.5 66.5 57.2
Jun 77.6 71.8 64
Jul 83 76.4 69.9
Aug 80.4 75.1 69.8
Sep 73.7 66.7 54.7
Oct 67.1 58.8 40.1
Nov 55.4 46.9 31.7
Dec 48.3 38.8 31.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.7 3.6 -0.9
Feb 10.5 5.1 -0.5
Mar 14.9 8.9 1.5
Apr 19.7 14.1 4.7
May 23.6 19.2 14
Jun 25.3 22.1 17.8
Jul 28.3 24.7 21.1
Aug 26.9 23.9 21
Sep 23.2 19.3 12.6
Oct 19.5 14.9 4.5
Nov 13 8.3 -0.2
Dec 9.1 3.8 -0.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Garda are August, July, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late February and early March. For example, on the week of February 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late October to early November with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of October 29th.

When can you find snow in Garda? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Garda.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Garda (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 18% 0 2.1
Feb 22% 0 2.2
Mar 13% 0 0.9
Apr 18% 0 2.3
May 11% 0 1.5
Jun 23% 0 3.4
Jul 7% 0 0.8
Aug 5% 0 0.5
Sep 15% 0 2.6
Oct 9% 0 0.9
Nov 22% 0 4.6
Dec 10% 0 1.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 18 0 5.3
Feb 22 0 5.6
Mar 13 0 2.3
Apr 18 0 5.8
May 11 0 3.8
Jun 23 0 8.6
Jul 7 0 2
Aug 5 0 1.3
Sep 15 0 6.6
Oct 9 0 2.3
Nov 22 0 11.7
Dec 10 0 4.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Garda has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (50.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (66.8%).

Wind in Garda is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is July, followed by August and November. July’s average wind speed of around 4.5 knots (5.1 MPH or 8.3 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 14.6 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Garda.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.4 Barely noticeable 7.3 Gentle breeze
Feb 2 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze
Mar 3.3 Barely noticeable 10.3 Gentle breeze
Apr 2.6 Barely noticeable 8.5 Gentle breeze
May 3.7 Barely noticeable 10.1 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.4 Barely noticeable 9.8 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.5 Light breeze 11.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.4 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Sep 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 2.5 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.2 Light breeze 11.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.7 Barely noticeable 7.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66.8%
Feb 64.5%
Mar 52.5%
Apr 55.2%
May 57.1%
Jun 64%
Jul 50.7%
Aug 56.6%
Sep 54.1%
Oct 62.1%
Nov 59.4%
Dec 66.7%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Garda?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Italy; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 22, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Garda, Italy is July, followed by June and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Garda in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 52.9 in November means 52.9% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Garda Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 78.1°F (25.6°C) and 53.6°F (12°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 4 to 5 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the least precipitation with 1 to 7 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Garda, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 77.8°F (25.4°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Garda to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 61.2°F (16.2°C) and 41.3°F (5.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 3 to 6 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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