How do you survive the heat in Italy?


How do you survive the heat in Italy?

  1. Make sure your accommodation has air conditioning. ...
  2. Drink (tap) water. ...
  3. Dress comfortably for the heat—but (always!) ...
  4. Lose the backpack. ...
  5. Take sightseeing slowly. ...
  6. Don't be fooled by restaurants with misters. ...
  7. Seek out naturally-cool sights. ...
  8. Know that most museums will be hot and crowded.


Does it get really hot in Italy?

Generally, the hottest month is August in the south and July in the north; during these months the thermometer can reach 38–42 °C (100.4–107.6 °F) in the south and 32–35 °C (89.6–95.0 °F) in the north; Sometimes the country can be split as during winter, with rain and 20–22 °C (68.0–71.6 °F) during the day in the north ...


Does it get cool at night in Italy?

Winter is mild and quite rainy, but it can get cold at night; summer is hot and sunny, with a few afternoon thunderstorms.


Where can I escape the heat in Italy?

Consider going green at the Parco Sempione gardens in the heart of Milan. This shady green location has been providing refuge from the heat since 1893. The Triennale Museum and the Gianni Berra Aquarium are both adjacent to the Parco, both great options for staying cool in the daytime.