In April, the weather along the Via Francigena from Lausanne to Rome varies significantly across regions. Starting in the chilly Canton of Vaud with occasional snow showers, the journey progresses through diverse conditions including intermittent rain and sunny spells. As travelers move southwards, temperatures generally rise, with Tuscany and Lazio experiencing warmer and often sunny days, albeit with occasional showers. Rainfall is more common in the northern sections, gradually decreasing as the journey nears Rome.
The weather in Canton of Vaud is a mix of snow, rain, and occasional sun. The temperatures start around 12°C, fluctuating between 4°C to 19°C, with lows dipping below freezing. Snow showers may occur, occasionally turning to rain, ranging up to 20 mm on some days.
Moving into Valais, conditions remain cool, with highs generally between -3°C and 13°C. Precipitation varies with occasional heavy snow showers, especially around Bourg-Saint-Pierre where more than 22 mm can fall in a day.
In Aosta Valley, temperatures start to rise slightly, reaching up to 15°C on sunnier days, though nights can remain quite cold. Rain is not uncommon, with light to moderate snow still possible early in the month.
The Piedmont region sees a warming trend, with highs reaching 26°C. Rainfall is moderate, interspersed with sunny and partly cloudy days, lessening gradually toward the end of the month.
In Lombardy, April brings more stable weather with frequent sunny days and highs reaching the mid-20s Celsius. Occasional showers can deliver moderate rain but are interspersed with dry spells.
Emilia-Romagna experiences mixed weather including sunshine and occasional heavy rain with temperatures generally between 13°C and 26°C. Rainfall is heavier at times, particularly in the northern parts of the region.
As we enter Tuscany, the weather warms up, with daytime temperatures often exceeding 24°C. Rain is sporadic, with long sunny periods providing a pleasant climate for the latter part of the journey.
April in Lazio is generally warm, with temperatures soaring to 28°C and frequent sunny skies. Any rainfall tends to be short-lived, making it one of the more pleasant stretches of the route, ending in Rome where conditions remain dry and warm with occasional overcast skies.
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