Italy

Italy stretches from the Alps to the Mediterranean, creating one of Europe’s most diverse climate maps. The north gets cold winters with regular snowfall in Milan and Turin (November to February averages 2-5°C), while the south stays mild year-round — Palermo rarely drops below 10°C even in January. Summers are hot across the board: Rome and Florence hit 32°C in July and August, and the coastal humidity of Naples and Bari pushes it higher. The best months for sightseeing are April, May, September, and October when temperatures sit in the 20s and crowds thin out after August 15 (Ferragosto). Spring rain is heaviest in the north and along the Adriatic; if you’re heading to Venice or Trieste in April, pack a rain jacket. The Alps and Dolomites guarantee reliable snow from December through March for Cortina d’Ampezzo and Livigno, while the southern ski resorts in Abruzzo run a shorter season. Italy’s 20 regions each have their own climate story — explore the weather guides below to plan your trip by month, season, and destination.