ByMike Ellis•

2 hours ago

Updated: July 8, 2026, 12:21 pm EDTPublished: July 8, 2026, 12:02 pm EDT

Heat in Europe is a different beast, and you need different ways to cope during heat waves when you’re traveling abroad. Some of these things can be researched ahead of time, like the prevalence of drinking fountains in Rome known as nasoni, and some you have to learn as you go, like the best ways to cover your shoulders and face with a shawl to stay out of the sun. Meteorologist Sara Tonks shares her favorite takeaways from her trip to Italy that might help you.