Italy is facing a blast of Arctic cold, with temperatures dropping sharply across the central Mediterranean. Northern regions woke up to clear skies today, but rain and snow are expected later, particularly in the western Alps, where snowfall could reach low altitudes. The northwest might experience its first snow-covered landscapes of the season. A temporary reprieve is expected tomorrow, with mostly sunny conditions returning, though some alpine valleys may still see snowfall. A significant weather improvement is forecast for the weekend.
Central Italy began the day with clear skies, but overcast conditions are likely in Tuscany and Umbria by afternoon, accompanied by scattered rain showers. Evening storms are anticipated, particularly in northern Tuscany, as worsening weather moves southward. Friday promises unstable conditions, with scattered rain and snow in the Apennines at mid-to-high altitudes, while the weekend brings better weather and slightly warmer temperatures. Clear skies are expected across much of the region by Friday evening.
Southern Italy and the islands experienced mild morning cloud cover, with light rain possible in western Sicily later today. By evening, conditions should improve. However, scattered showers and storms will return tomorrow, especially on the Adriatic side, while Sicily enjoys a sunny morning before rain resumes in the afternoon. Sardinia will see mostly clear skies by evening, and a general improvement is anticipated across the south as the day ends, with only a few lingering storms.
