In October, the Via di Francesco experiences varied weather patterns as it spans numerous locations. The month showcases a mix of sun and rain with temperatures generally comfortable, though there are fluctuations. Highs range from the mid-teens to mid-twenties Celsius, while lows often dip into the single digits, especially at the month's start and end. Rainfall is intermittent, with periods of heavy showers punctuating stretches of sunshine. This blend of conditions offers a dynamic backdrop for those traversing the trail.
October begins in Roma with varied forecasts, ranging from sunny periods to moderate rain showers, and temperatures fluctuating between 19°C and 28°C. The trail moves through Monte Sacro, which also experiences sun, but with frequent rain showers contributing to a substantial amount of precipitation.
As you progress to Monterotondo and Ponticelli di Scandriglia, the weather continues to be unpredictable, with clear skies followed by bouts of rain, highlighting temperature ranges typical of the transitional season.
Passing through Poggio San Lorenzo and Rieti, expect mild and pleasant conditions, yet not without significant rain showers. Temperatures here remain generally stable, providing some consistency to the journey.
Poggio Bustone and Piediluco offer sunnier intervals, but they are interrupted by heavy showers. Ferentillo and Spoleto show similar patterns, with sporadic rain interspersed with sunny days.
As you approach Poreta and Trevi, the weather features more sunny spells compared to earlier stages but retains occasional rain bursts. Spello and Assisi are no exceptions, with the potential for heavy rain alongside abundant sunshine.
In Valfabbrica, adverse weather becomes more frequent, with heavy rain showers a common occurrence. This leads into more southern regions like San Pietro in Vigneto and Gubbio, which display a recognizably autumnal combination of cool, crisp sunshine, and sporadic rain.
The trek through Pietralunga and Città di Castello sees a reduction in rainfall, as conditions turn predominantly overcast with moderate rain limited to select days.
Citerna and Sansepolcro mirror this pattern, where sunny periods are briefly interrupted by moderate or heavy rain showers. Pian della Capanna ensures that the theme of mixed conditions persists, with sustained sunshine marred by bursts of heavy rain.
Freezing temperatures signal the approach to Pieve Santo Stefano, before the ascent into La Verna. These stages are characterized by consistently cool weather, augmented by periodic heavy showers, capping off the varied weather experienced throughout the month-long journey on the Via di Francesco.
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