In the collective imagination, Italy is often associated with a constantly sunny and warm climate. This is, however, a rather outdated stereotype dating back to the 1950s. In Piedmont, and especially in the Cuneo area, winter snowfall is the norm, with beneficial effects on the environment: snow has a “therapeutic” impact on plants and helps limit the spread of pathogenic agents.
Don’t believe it? Here’s the proof for you.
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