The Italian summer is experiencing a critical phase in meteorological terms. An African heat wave is affecting the entire Peninsula, promising temperatures that can reach or exceed 40°C in some regions.
This situation is unprecedented in recent years and requires a detailed analysis of the weather forecast for each geographical area of the country.
Where is this new heat wave coming from?
Il hot african is a known meteorological phenomenon that occurs when a mass of warm air from the African continent reaches Europe.
In this case, Italy is directly involved, with visible effects throughout the national territory.
The weather forecast for northern Italy
Northern Italy is preparing to experience a week with temperatures around +40°C. The situation will be aggravated by the African bubble which will bring high temperatures to all northern regions, especially to the central Apennines.
The expected situation:
- Temperature: up to 40°C
- Duration: all week
- Most affected areas: Central Apennines
The weather forecast for central Italy
Central Italy will not be outdone, with temperatures that could match those of the north.
The situation will be slightly mitigated by a few isolated storms in the Apennines, but the intense heat will be the protagonist.
The expected situation:
- Temperature: around 40°C
- Possible thunderstorms: especially in the central Apennines
Weather forecast for southern Italy
Southern Italy, although affected by the African heat, seems destined to experience a slightly less extreme situation.
Despite the warm temperatures, an influx of slightly cooler air will keep values below the highs recorded elsewhere.
The expected situation:
- Temperature: high but cooler
- Comparison: less extreme than in the north and centre
The situation in the mountains and at the sea
In the mountains, the freezing point will reach extraordinarily high altitudes, beyond the 3000 meters, with temperatures that could exceed 30°C at 1500 metres.
Along the Tyrrhenian coast, temperatures will be equally high.
The historic heat record
This second heat wave follows that of July, which recorded record values, especially in southern Italy, with an anomaly of +2.44°C. It was one of the hottest summers in Italy's recent history, a trend that looks set to continue with the intense heat scheduled for the next few days.
