Weather forecast for the Via di Francesco in April

In April, the Via di Francesco experiences dynamic weather as pilgrims traverse this iconic trail. Conditions vary significantly between sunlit days and intervals of rain or clouds, reflecting the transitional nature of spring. Daytime temperatures range from 13°C to 25°C, while nights can be cooler, sometimes dropping below freezing. Rainfall is frequent, with some days experiencing light showers and others heavy downpours. Yet, there are also clear skies offering warmth and sunshine, making for a diverse and occasionally unpredictable walking experience.

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Start date
Apr 1
Start town
Roma
End date
Apr 23
End town
La Verna
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
23
Total distance
434 km
Daily distance
18.9 km
Average high
17°C
Average low
6°C
Average precipitation
2.3 mm/day

Throughout the journey along the Via di Francesco, starting in Roma, the weather presents a mix of moderate rain and sunny spells, with temperatures rising to 22°C. As walkers proceed to Monte Sacro, they encounter similar variations, with sunny days interspersed with heavy rain showers. The narrative continues to Monterotondo and Ponticelli di Scandriglia where moderate rain at times disrupts otherwise bright conditions, followed by dry spells under overcast skies.

At Poggio San Lorenzo, the climate echoes previous patterns of light freezing rain combined with cloud cover. Rieti's climate is relatively sunnier with occasional showers, maintaining warmth during the day. In Poggio Bustone, contrasting conditions occur with dry sunny periods interrupted by moderate rain.

The route shifts to Piediluco and Ferentillo, showing a tendency for bursts of heavy rain amidst sunny intervals. Following this in Spoleto, occasional moderate rain showers transition into overcast afternoons. Poreta offers milder conditions with sudden heavy rain showers complementing its temperate climate.

As the trek progresses to Trevi through to Valfabbrica, the weather remains capricious, oscillating between heavy showers and dry periods. In San Pietro in Vigneto, moderate rains are noted, while in Gubbio, the forecast confirms sporadic heavy rain with sunny breaks.

Further into Pietralunga and Città di Castello, this alternating weather persists with heavier rain noted in Città di Castello. Traversing through Citerna to Sansepolcro, the region grapples with periods of sunshine unpredictably marred by thunderstorms.

Pian della Capanna onwards to Pieve Santo Stefano depicts notably heavier rainfall, inducing cloud cover yet offset by occasional clear mornings. Finally, in La Verna, more substantial rain showers punctuate the trail's conclusion, wrapping up the diverse climatic conditions experienced in April on the Via di Francesco.

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