What to do on a rainy day in Garda?

What to do on a rainy day in Garda?

Why are there so many thunderstorms in Lake Garda?

The northern lakeside gets hit by intense thunderstorm with heavy rain. This is a result of the coincidence of masses of warm air and masses of cold air and wet rising air currents from Lake Garda. The southern part of Lake Garda is much dryer, sunnier and much warmer.

What is Bardolino known for?

Bardolino is a wine region located in the province of Verona, across the eastern shore of Lake Garda, which is also known as ''La Riviera degli Ulivi''. This place is not only famous for wines but also produces exceptional extra virgin olive oil. This district is part of the Veneto wine region of north-eastern Italy.

Is it worth staying in Sirmione?

Sirmione makes a great place to stay if you plan to explore more of Lake Garda. Most boat trips start in nearby Desenzano del Garda but the Lake Garda ferries do make a stop in Sirmione. If you are exploring Lake Garda by car, Sirmione makes a handy home base.

Does it rain a lot in Lake Garda?

The Lake Garda area tends to get the most rain in the early spring and late autumn, which is why the vegetation is so lush there! During the summer, it's usually pretty dry...the driest months being July and August.

Is it safe to drink water in Lake Garda?

Water : tap water is drinkable although the high mineral content means it has a taste we're not used to. Bottled water is readily available and cheaper than back home.

What is the prettiest place on Lake Garda?

One of the most beautiful, most famous, and most visited towns of Lake Garda is certainly Limone del Garda, on the Brescian coast, 35km from the town of Salò and 9.5km from Riva del Garda, built along the 45 bis Western Gardesana Highway.

What is the wettest month in Lake Garda?

July is the hottest month in Lake Garda with an average temperature of 24°C (75°F) and the coldest is January at 2°C (36°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 10 in July. The wettest month is September with an average of 86mm of rain..

Can you swim in Lake Garda Sirmione?

Crowded in summer, evocative in winter and on every occasion: in Sirmione there are several beaches, located in various points of the territory, where you can get a tan, bathe in Lake Garda and walk along the shore.

Has Lake Garda ever frozen?

Lake Garda, despite having a mild climate, has completely frozen three times in the last 2,000 years, the first time after the fall of the Roman Empire, then in 1.547-1548, the last in the very cold January of 1.709.

Is Lake Como or Garda better?

If you love exploring small towns and villages and are willing to spend a bit more for that high-end, luxury experience, Lake Como is the best destination for you. However, if you're looking to enjoy a magical holiday with your children and grandchildren, Lake Garda is the right choice for your family.