As Italy welcomes the last day of the year, the Anticyclone of the Azores continues to dominate the weather, providing mild and sunny conditions across the country. While the central hours of the day will remain stable and bright, areas like Liguria and Tuscany may experience overcast skies due to low clouds. However, this pleasant weather is expected to change after New Year’s Day, as a new wave of instability is set to impact the country starting the evening of Thursday, January 2, and continuing into Friday, January 3, right through Epiphany. The high-pressure system will begin to weaken, paving the way for a disturbed front originating from the North Atlantic, which will bring a quick deterioration in weather conditions, particularly in the northern regions.
The final weekend of festive celebrations will serve as a prelude to the incoming bad weather. A long period of unstable meteorological conditions is anticipated, featuring significant fluctuations in climate. If forecasts hold true, the coming weeks may see interactions between cold currents and Atlantic disturbances. From January 5 to 6, temperatures are expected to plummet dramatically, dropping well below seasonal averages. The Epiphany is set to be a chilly one, especially in northern regions, while the rest of Italy will enjoy milder temperatures thanks to the protective shield provided by the anticyclone.
The only certainty is that the new year will usher in a much more dynamic atmosphere, with a series of weather events on the horizon.
