When is it best to visit Lake Garda

When is the best time to visit Lake Garda?

The best time to visit Lake Garda is in the spring and summer, in particular, mid-April to mid-June in addition to September. Open to the warmth of the south allows the region to maintain its temperature from the surrounding hills but still has a lovely cooling breeze even in the height of summer. It is also sheltered from the cold of the dolomites, keeping harsh frosts and humid mists at bay throughout the winter. All these factors combine to provide the region with its Mediterranean climate. Please bear in mind that due to the lake's position between the mountains and the plain, the humidity and micro-climate often causes a high chance of thunderstorms and torrential downpours in the afternoons. The waters of the lake are around 20 degrees from June to August, which just about makes it the ideal temperature to swim in.

July & August is extremely busy around the Lake as it is a popular destination for north Europeans who drive down for their summer holidays. This causes many traffic jams on the roads around the perimeter, therefore if you are planning a day-out we recommend leaving the car and taking the ferry to get around.