Easter and Holy Week
March or April
Processions in Rome, Florence's Scoppio del Carro (exploding cart) and Sicily's Good Friday parades. Dress modestly for church events.
Highs20°C (68°F)
Lows8°C (46°F)
Rainy days~7
Daylight13 h
CrowdsBusy
April averages for Rome (Urbe). Source
April is a beautiful month (around 19°C) and Easter week in Rome is one of the busiest of the year. Book Vatican tickets early and dress for its code — covered shoulders and knees. Light layers and comfortable shoes.
☀️ By day
Light trench or denim jacket, breathable top, midi skirt or chinos.
🌙 Evening
A cardigan or light jacket for evenings around 8°C.
What's on in April
Typical dates. Many festivals follow lunar calendars, so check this year's dates before you book.
Liberation Day
April 25
A public holiday that starts a busy long weekend. Book trains and Vatican tickets early.
April packing essentials
Your April outfit list
- Light trench or denim jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Midi dress with sleevesCotton anarkali kurtaShop Amazon ↗
- Linen-blend trousersShop Amazon ↗
- Breathable blousesShop Amazon ↗
- Leather sneakers or loafersShop Amazon ↗
- Light scarf (church cover-up)Shop Amazon ↗
- Light jacketShop Amazon ↗
- Linen or cotton shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- ChinosShop Amazon ↗
- Polo shirtsShop Amazon ↗
- Leather sneakersShop Amazon ↗
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Dress code
- Shoulders and knees must be covered in churches and the Vatican — guards turn people away.
- Carry a light scarf or shawl in summer to cover up quickly.
- Swimwear and bare chests are for the beach only; some towns fine people walking around in them.