Geography of Lake Garda
Geography of Lake Garda: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Lake Garda
Milan is 70 mi to the west, Lake Como is 72 mi to the north-west, Swiss National Park is 77 mi to the north and Venice is 82 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 45°36′0″N 10°37′59.9″E (45.6, 10.6333)
Quick facts about Lake Garda
Summary
Lake Garda is a lake in Italy. Lake Garda is a lake known as the largest lake in Italy.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Lake Garda with mainly clear. It feels like 77°F. Today runs from 72°F to 81°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lake Garda is April, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 86°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 38°F.
The closest major airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), about 83 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Como, Swiss National Park, Venice and its Lagoon and Cinque Terre National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 81°F is 4.3°F below the 86°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Lake Garda today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Lake Garda month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47° | 38° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 53° | 42° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 59° | 45° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 67° | 51° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 71° | 58° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 83° | 69° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 85° | 72° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 86° | 72° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 76° | 64° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 67° | 57° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 55° | 46° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 50° | 40° | 2,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Garda?
Lake Garda is a lake in Italy. Its coordinates are 45.6, 10.6333. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lake Garda right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 73% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Garda?
April, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Garda, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake Garda in?
Lake Garda observes Europe/Rome (UTC+02:00). The local time is 2:19 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Lake Garda?
The closest airports are Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 83 mi away, Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 92 mi away and Zurich Airport (ZRH), 163 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lake Garda?
Popular options include Lake Como, Swiss National Park, Venice and its Lagoon, Cinque Terre National Park, Zugspitze and Historic Centre of Florence.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 2:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
