Between increasingly stifling heat in the center-south and the risk of thunderstorms, wind and hail in the north, next weekend will also be characterized by a significant movement of holidaymakers and day trippers to seaside resorts and mountaineers. Consequently the traffic of July 21, 22 and 23, 2023 will be particularly intense, with criticality peaks especially on Sundays. So better get organized in time and check the freeway traffic forecast to choose a “smart” departure time.

TRAFFIC JULY 21, 22 AND 23, 2023 AND WEATHER FORECASTS

On the occasion of the weekend of Friday July 21, Saturday July 22 and Sunday July 23, 2023an important one is expected increase in road and highway traffic to the main Italian and border seaside and mountain resorts. Based on the calendar with traffic vignettes for the month of July, created with data processed by Viabilità Italia, the coming weekend is marked both by yellow dot that of Red pointwhich means heavy traffic with possible critical issues (especially Saturday morning and all day Sunday). By clicking on the image below, you can view the traffic forecast for the whole month.

Regarding the weather scenario expected this weekend friday 21 variability is expected in the north with a few showers or scattered thunderstorms initially, especially in the Alps and Pre-Alps but also in the Po Valley in the evening, with the risk of violent phenomena. Sun and intense heat elsewhere. The day of Saturday July 22 more showers and thunderstorms in the north and in upper Tuscany and upper Marche, even intense between night and morning. More sun from the afternoon even with possible residual thunderstorms. Lots of sunshine and sometimes extreme heat in other parts of the country, in the south it will easily reach 40°C. sunday 23 clear to partly cloudy skies in all areas. Maximum temperatures 33°C in the north, 34°C in the center and 40°C in the south, especially in Sicily.

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TRAFFIC JULY 21, 22 AND 23, 2023: ADVICE BEFORE AND DURING THE TRIP

As usual, we recommend that all motorists undertake the journey with a efficient and complete vehicle with safety equipment, in perfect physical condition and familiar with road, traffic and weather conditions. Pay attention to concentration and caution while driving, and to protect yourself and your passengers by fastening the seat belts in the front and rear seats. Specifically, we recommend that anyone who will drive a vehicle:

• Before leaving

check vehicle efficiency;

rationally arrange luggage, balancing weights and not overloading the car;

identify a correct position for transporting any pets;

avoid large meals and alcohol;

be sufficiently rested;

keeping constantly informed of traffic conditions, local inconveniences or the adoption of traffic control measures to promote the fluidity of travel cannot be excluded.

• During the trip

keep seat belts fastened, including rear seat belts;

use special child seats;

don’t be distracted while driving, especially with a mobile phone;

make frequent stops;

moderate speed;

keep a safe distance;

be careful when overtaking;

never use the emergency lane;

on three-lane highways, always drive in the first lane, on the right.

TRAFFIC JULY 21, 22 AND 23, 2023: BAN ON TRAFFIC OF HEAVY VEHICLES

During the weekend of July 21, 22 and 23, 2023 THE traffic it will be partially lightened by the ban on the circulation of heavy vehicles on the motorway (heavy vehicles are vehicles or combinations of vehicles intended for the transport of goods with a total authorized weight of more than 7.5 tonnes, even when empty ). The ban will be active at the following times:

• Friday, July 21, 2023: from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.;
• Saturday July 22, 2023: from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.;
• Sunday July 23, 2023: from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

TRAFFIC JULY 21, 22 AND 23 2023: WHERE TO CHECK THE SITUATION IN REAL TIME

To monitor real-time forecasts circulation on July 21, 22 and 23, 2023 many online services are available such as the excellent Waze and Google Maps, which now also reports fixed speed cameras. You can also use different apps (eg VAI by Anas) or you can call the Autostrade call center at 840.04.21.21 (with a single connection cost, no time limit), always active 24 hours a day, or the CCISS at number 1518 (free and 24/7).

It should be remembered that although the motorway concession companies have planned their activities so that, on summer weekends, they are temporary construction sites eliminated, there are several that are not technically removable. Click here to know thelist of building sites on the motorways in the summer of 2023. Here you will find the sections of motorway where the Tutor devices for automatic speed control are located.

For the real time traffic on the most popular Italian motorways, you can find all the information at the following links:

• A1 Milan–Naples (Autostrada del Sole)
• A4 Turin – Trieste (Serenissima)
• A6 Turin – Savona (the Verderame)
• A7 Milan – Genoa (dei Giovi)
• A10 Genoa – Ventimiglia (Flowers)
• A12 Genoa – Rome
• A14 Bologna – Taranto (Adriatic)
• Brenner A22
• A24 – A25 Rome – Teramo – Pescara
• A26 Genoa – Gravellona Toce
• A35 BreBeMi.