Stuart and Bride...for 15 days of advanced weather forecast, this is as good as any.....I've used it many times and indeed, it is accurate to a point.....at least it can be used for packing guidelines....there is always a margin for error, of course...Bon voyage!
stu

http://www.accuweather.com/world-index.asp

What a shame..terrible weather for the Shapiros...snow, rain and colder than normal. I'm sure they'll somehow make the best of it...they seem like fun folks with a positive attitude and sense of humor.Think good thoughts for the weather to improve...

stu

Good loving thoughts from me to the Shapiros also, Stu..they are in the air now are they not? And it is their honeymoon so no doubt inspite of the weather it will be a beautiful time for them, I certainly hope so. And they will see the "real" Rome and Florence so to speak as the residents live it versus the high season when both cities are flooded with tourist. And of course my good wishes that the weather improves.