April is a rainy month with unpredictable weather, but weather conditions can be encouraging thanks to rapid warming.
April weather in Italy
The average temperature in the central regions of Italy is 2-4 degrees higher than the south and 2-3 degrees higher than the north. The beginning of April in Venice resembles the end of March. The air warms up significantly only from mid-April. During the day, the air warms up to + 16C, but on some days - up to + 20 … + 21C. In the evening, the temperature is only + 8C.
There can be about seven rainy days in April. Rimini and Genoa daily fluctuations are + 8 … + 17C. In Rome, Milan, Florence, Naples during the day it can be + 18C, but at night you need to warm yourself, because the temperature drop is 9 degrees.
In mountainous areas, the skiing season ends in April. The exceptions are zones with eternal glaciers. For example, you can ski on the slopes of Cervinia until August - September.
Holidays and festivals in Italy in April
Holidays in Italy in April are made special by numerous cultural events.
- In some years, Easter falls in April, which is an important religious holiday. Italians are distinguished by their piety, so the holiday is celebrated in a special way. It is customary to start celebrations a week before Easter. In each province of Italy, they pass in their own way, so tourists have the opportunity to learn the peculiarities of local traditions. The most spectacular theatrical performances are held in Venice, Sicily, Sardinia, Ischia. Monday Pasqueta, which follows Easter Sunday, is usually used for trips to nature and for picnics.
- On April 21, Rome celebrates the Day of the founding of the city.
- On April 25, a wave of popular processions and parades swept through many Italian cities, because it is on this date that the Day of Liberation from Fascism falls.
- In Venice, on April 25, St. Mark's Day, the patron saint of the city, is celebrated.
Prices for tours to Italy in April
In April in Italy you can relax at affordable prices. Savings on vacation will be 30 - 35% compared to July - August. Take the opportunity to enjoy your vacation in Italy!
