Saharan dust events affecting the Mediterranean grew tenfold in 30 years. Forecasts (CAMS, MERRA-2) give 2-3 day warning. Athens, Rome, Madrid each see ~10-25 dust days annually. The atmospheric science, the health impact, and the dramatic photographs.
Mediterranean sea temperatures are up 1.3°C and marine heatwaves have tripled. Native seagrass and fish are dying off; tropical invaders are colonising. The postcard remains; the ecosystem is being rebuilt.
Sahara dust events recur several times a year across southern Europe. Here is how the dust plumes form, why they matter for travelers and at-risk groups, and how to track them with live air quality data.
Central Italy enjoys a warm, dry spring Monday with Rome climbing to 22°C and Florence to 21°C — zero rain despite earlier forecasts. Open-air archaeology and Renaissance galleries are in prime condition.
The Mediterranean is living its textbook spring today. Rome, Athens, and Palermo are all under brilliant clear skies with temperatures climbing comfortably into the low 20s. Near-perfect conditions for outdoor sightseeing across three iconic cities.
A dramatic temperature split is dividing Europe this April. While Paris shivers under rain at 16°C and Rome manages just 12°C, Alpine cities like Innsbruck and Zurich are surging past 24°C. Here is what is happening and where.
Rome isn't just a city — it's an open-air museum where nearly 3,000 years of history unfold before your eyes. Every street, every piazza, every crumbling wall has a story. You can stand where gladiators fought, pray where popes ruled, and eat where Fellini dined — all in the same afternoon. Rome is chaos, beauty, and pasta, in roughly equal measure.
Planning a trip to Rome this week? Whether you're visiting the Colosseum, tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain, or savoring pasta in Trastevere, knowing exactly what weather to expect makes all the difference. February in Rome is one of the quieter months for tourism, meaning shorter lines at major attractions and a more authentic Italian experience — but you'll need to dress appropriately for the cool, occasionally rainy conditions.