Hail in Lecco area

Intense thunderstorms in Lecco valleys, vehicle and worksite damage

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What to do during Hail in Lecco area

Hail thunderstorms in Lecco valleys (Valsassina, Valassina) can damage windshields and outdoor worksites. Lecco frontaliers in Ticino construction must check equipment left on-site after morning storms. The SS36 from Lecco toward Como occasionally closes for debris cleanup.

Typical climatology

Lecco valleys are subject to violent thunderstorms between May and September, with localised hail in 8-15 annual events. Valsassina is particularly exposed due to orography that concentrates storm cells.

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Check the relevant valico page (e.g. /tempi-attesa-frontiera/chiasso/) for road conditions and webcams. Consider recommended alternatives. Subscribe to the newsletter for email commute alerts.

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