A blanket of snow in Tuscany right now?
Mar 5th, 2001, 01:11 PM
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A blanket of snow in Tuscany right now?
Hi Everyone, <BR> <BR>I just heard that Tuscany is covered in a blanket of snow today on the radio. They said that this is very unusual, so maybe it will melt quickly away. <BR>We're leaving on our trip to Italy in 17 days. I'm hoping the snow is gone by then? <BR>Is anybody on this board in Tuscany right now, and can you confirm this? This will certainly change my packing plans. I was hoping for fluke weather in the other direction (like 80 degree days) instead. <BR> <BR>Thanks, <BR>CindyK
Mar 5th, 2001, 03:14 PM
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It snowed while I was in Florence a couple of years ago in November - mainly the hills surrounding the city. Florence is not equipped to deal with snow very well because it is fairly uncommon, and taxis were having a hard time getting around. It also felt *very* cold and damp, so although I hope it warms up for you, I recommend you take warm gloves and a scarf. (They don't take up much room in your luggage, and will make a big difference in keeping you comfortable if it is still wintery weather.)
Mar 5th, 2001, 05:24 PM
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I was in Siena last week,it snowed one day,just couple inches,nothing for people from Canada, butI saw some people really bundled up.The snow was gone next day, it was about 5 degree C. a bit damp but still nice to walk around. It is better to prepare in all kind of weather.
Mar 5th, 2001, 06:42 PM
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Dear flash, <BR> <BR>Thanks for the sarcastic weather alert. <BR>I'm aware that it's winter, however that doesn't always mean snow. I've read and heard that snow in Tuscany in March is fairly unusual. <BR>I'm also in the northern hemisphere here in California, and it's never snowed in the 15 years I've lived here...although we are washing away right now with all this rain. <BR>Thanks for everyones responses! <BR>Regards, CindyK
