August 15 is Ferragosto , the official start of Italy's summer vacation block. Regional Climate Differences
[ North Italy ] --> Cooler Alpine breezes, humid lakes, high-20s°C | [ Central Italy ] --> Hot historic cities, coastal breezes, low-30s°C | [ South & Islands ] -> Intense Mediterranean sun, dry heat, mid-to-high 30s°C Northern Italy what month is summer in italy