Monte Cevedale
Mountain High Alpine summit in the Ortler-Cevedale group
Monte Cevedale sits in the Ortler Alps on the Lombardy-Trentino fringe; mountaineers and ski‑tourers come for glacier ascents, alpine huts and wide summit panoramas.
Monte Cevedale is a high mountain in the Ortles-Cevedale group of the Central Eastern Alps, with its principal summit, Cima Cevedale, at 3,769 metres.
The mountain is approached by glacier routes and high alpine trails; climbers commonly combine it with neighbouring peaks in multi-day mountaineering itineraries. Ski touring is popular in winter and spring where snow conditions and avalanche safety permit.
The summits were explored during the 19th-century period of Alpine mountaineering and have since formed part of established alpine routes in the region. Local refuges and marked routes developed to support ascents in both summer and winter seasons.
Monte Cevedale sits on the watershed between the regions of Trentino-Alto Adige and Lombardy in northern Italy, within the broader Alpine chain and accessible from mountain passes and valley towns in both provinces.
- Route types: The massif has multiple summits and is part of the Ortles-Cevedale group, frequently visited by ski tourers and summer mountaineers using nearby huts.
What to See #
- Cima Cevedale: The main summit, Cima Cevedale, reaches 3,769 metres and marks a point on the boundary between Trentino-Alto Adige and Lombardy.
How to Get to Monte Cevedale #
Access depends on approach - common bases include Valfurva or Peio; regional trains to nearby towns followed by local bus or car transfers are typical. Mountain huts require booking during the summer season.
Tips for Visiting Monte Cevedale #
- Check glacier safety conditions and hire a guide if unfamiliar with alpine terrain.
- Start early in summer to avoid afternoon storms common in the Dolomites and Alps.
- Allow extra days for weather delays if the route is glacier-dependent.
Best Time to Visit Monte Cevedale #
Summer months are the standard climbing season; check local hut availability and weather reports carefully.
Weather & Climate near Monte Cevedale #
Monte Cevedale's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with freezing summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -17°C to 2°C. Abundant rainfall (1105 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -16°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -12°C and lows of -17°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -12°C and lows of -16°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -14°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -8°C and lows of -12°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -10°C and lows of -14°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
