Extreme heat is about to give way to milder weather conditions
The long and intense heat wave that has hit Italy in recent weeks is coming to an end. Weather forecasts indicate an improvement in weather conditions from mid-week, with a significant drop in temperatures also in the southern regions, which particularly suffered from high temperatures.
The last hours of extreme heat
Extreme heat is about to give way to a more temperate climate. Tuesday, July 25, will be the last day of intense heat, with temperatures that could reach all-time highs in the South.
Record heat in the South
The South will be the most affected area, with maximum temperatures that could reach 47-48°C in Sicily and i 44-45°C in Apulia, Basilicata and Calabria. These values could break new heat records in the last hours. For example, the 47°C registered at the meteorological station of the Palermo astronomical observatory represents a historical record for the Sicilian city. This record could be broken tomorrow.
Extreme heat is about to give way to a more temperate climate
Starting Tuesday, the weather conditions will begin to change, with a cool flow coming from the North Atlantic bringing a drop in temperatures and numerous electrical storms, especially in northern Italy and in the high Tyrrhenian Sea. This fresh current, in the form of a mistral, will invade all of Italy during on Wednesday, favoring a sudden drop in temperatures even in southern Italy and on the main islands.
The drop in temperatures
The weather forecast indicates a significant drop in temperatures, with values that will drop 10-15°C in all of central-southern Italy. In some places in central Italy, temperatures could even drop below the average for the period. In the south, however, there will be a return to average values for the period, with cooler and more pleasant nights, a real relief after the tropical nights of the last two weeks.
A relief for our homes
This change in weather conditions will be essential to free our homes from the heat accumulated in recent weeks. Finally, you will be able to enjoy a cooler and pleasant climate, both day and night.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the long and intense heat wave that has hit Italy in recent weeks is comingto an end.Weather forecasts indicate an improvement in weather conditions from mid-week, with a significant drop in temperatures also in the southern regions. This will be a great relief to everyone, especially those who live in the regions most affected by extreme heat.
