Category Archives: Southern Europe

Are you searching for the warmest places in December in Europe? Who said winter holidays always had to be about woolly mittens and numb toes? Brush off the winter chill, slip on your sunnies and swap snow boots for flip-flops; I’ve put together a list of Europe’s warmest destinations in December. These sun-drenched corners are […]

Are you looking for the warmest places in November in Europe? While the weather’s a little chillier than the summer season, November’s an excellent month to spend in Southern Europe.  Temperatures remain mild, but it’s far out of the peak season for most parts, which means sparse crowds at popular attractions.  Whether you want to […]

Situated in the midst of the Mediterranean Sea, you’d be forgiven for thinking the weather forecast is always mild and sunny in Cyprus.  In fact, while daily temperatures remain mild on the coast, Cyprus has a large mountain range – the Troodos Mountains – where you can not just find snow, but ski resorts! Here’s […]

If you’re looking for the warmest places in Europe in March, here’s our full list!  In March, all of Europe starts heating up – but some places warm quicker (and reach higher temperatures) than others! If you’re looking for a warm weather destination in Europe toward the end of winter/ start of Spring, fly south. […]

Does it snow in Rome? We’re answering all winter weather questions in this article! The capital of Italy seldom sees snow, but it’s not non-existent. That said, the chances of witnessing snow on a winter trip to Rome are incredibly slim. The last substantial snowfall was in 2018 and before that, 2012. Let’s take a […]

Does it snow in Portugal? Yes, but only in limited places! Portuguese snow is usually isolated to the mountainous areas, with cities like Lisbon and Porto only seeing freezing weather on very minimal locations. Portugal’s a narrow country, and many towns and cities are dotted along the coastline, which substantially warms the country. But there […]

Does it snow in Italy? Where can you expect the most snowfall? We’ll go into it in this post! The southern fringes of the Alps peter out in northern Italy, which meant that YES, it very much does snow in some parts of the country! In fact, Italy has a few mountain ranges where snow […]

Does it snow in Greece? Can you go skiing in Greece? We’ll go into all things Greece and snow in this article!  The average high temperature in Athens in January may be a mild 13°C, but that doesn’t mean that Greece is bereft of snow in the winter months!  In fact, it snows regularly in […]

Are you looking for the warmest places in Europe in February?  February: it’s a bit of a non-eventful month for many, but there are plenty of European escapes where you can enjoy a slice of sunshine!  February in Europe is usually synonymous with skiing down Mont Blanc or the Northern Lights; but if you prefer […]

Malta in December: it’s the perfect warm festive destination! A gorgeous island sitting just to the south of Italy, Malta basks in a mild Mediterranean climate. With bright blue sea, golden sandy beaches, extensive history and a unique fusion of cultures, this island’s perfect for a festive break! I love the island of Malta – […]