Weather and seasons

Rain, calm, rain: French weekly weather update March 24 - 28

Temperatures to be warmer than average for the time of year but not for long

Now is the time for people in France to ‘scarify’ their lawn

The practice, which should be done twice a year, enables the grass to thrive

Storms in south, rain to cover all regions: French weekend weather update March 22 - 23

Temperatures remain higher than average despite the dreary conditions

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Wind and wave warnings increase in south of France, Saharan sand to land in Brittany

Storm Martinho is currently passing through the Mediterranean

Gale warnings: how to limit damage to your home in France and errors to avoid

Securing outdoors furniture is a key step to help avoid serious damage

Map: Which areas of France are most at risk of earthquakes?

Highest warning level is reserved for overseas departments but several areas of mainland France also face risks

Gale warnings increase and new storm set to hit south of France in coming days

Powerful winds expected to impact Mediterranean coastline on Friday

France sees dozens of tornadoes a year: Are any as strong as those in the US?

Many areas of the country are prone to tornadoes, but few cause damage, injury or death

4.1 earthquake shakes Nice and surrounding areas: more tremors may come in aftermath

Residents report buildings shaking. It was the strongest quake in 20 years in the area and others followed

Spring sees return of Asian hornets in France: Action to take now

The hornets are particularly damaging to bee populations

Temperatures rise before storms and rain: weekly French weather outlook March 17 - 21

Strong winds in the south-west and persistent rain in Occitanie are forecast

Chilly with some showers and snow: French weekend weather outlook March 15 - 16

Storm Konrad will hit the south-east and Corsica

Only a few days left to trim garden hedges in France or risk a fine

Some areas ban the practice, with the recommended no-trim period lasting until August

New blanket of snow arrives in southern French Alps

Further snow is expected in mountain valleys despite risk of storms elsewhere

Errors to avoid and how to help wildlife as you get your garden in France ready for spring

Gardening with care can make a big difference at this time of year

Rainy start before temperature drop: French weekly weather outlook February 24 - 28

Conditions will improve midweek but rain is expected in most areas before this

Temperatures of 22C and rain: French weekend weather outlook February 22 - 23

Sunday is the best day for outdoor activities

Why it is going to get much warmer in France this week

Temperatures will be above the seasonal average and could reach 22C in some places

Large increase in maximum pollen alert levels in France

There are now 30 departments on high alert, up from eight last week

Look up to see the ‘snow moon’ from early evening tonight in France

And if you stay up late, it will be visible alongside one of the brightest stars in the sky

Photos: Fun images as up to a metre of snow falls in France

Goats, skiers and snowmen enjoyed the cold snap at the weekend

Warmer than average: French weekly weather outlook February 10 - 14

Rain is forecast in the south on several days this week

Snow hits central and northern France: Weekend weather outlook February 8 - 9

Up to 80cm may fall in parts of the Cévennes mountains alongside significant rainfall

Snow on way with new cold spell set to hit France this week

Up to one metre of snow is set to fall in the Cévennes, alongside heavy rain

Calm but colder: French weekly weather outlook February 3 - 7

Temperatures will drop progressively over the next week or so

PHOTOS: Stunning French sunsets and sunrises - but why is the sky so red?

This magnificent weather phenomenon is particularly common in winter

Colder but dry for most: French weekend weather outlook February 1 - 2

Temperatures set to drop over weekend to be significantly below seasonal averages next week

People in Brittany told to stay home and limit driving as more rain worsens flooding

Hovercrafts used to evacuate residents and three departments remain on red alert

Map: River areas to avoid as floods hit the north of France

Many watercourses are at risk of flooding due to heavy rain

Temperatures set to drop: French weekly weather outlook January 27 - 31

Snowfall is forecast at higher altitudes

Photos: Dangerous weather alert issued as severe flooding hits Brittany

Winds of 120km/h forecast as depression Herminia strikes the Atlantic shore. British sailor missing in the Atlantic

Grey skies and plenty of rain: French weekend weather outlook January 25 - 26

Storms will hit the north and west multiple times this weekend

Photos: Magical images as snow returns to southern French Alps and ski stations open more runs

Several ski slopes have reopened in the Alpes-Maritimes after seeing up to 16cm of fresh snow

Storms on way for north of France, gales of up to 100km forecast

Weather will push through UK and Ireland before the weekend

Rain returns as cold snap ends: French weekly weather outlook January 20 - 24

Storms are forecast for the end of week in the west

Very cold spell ending: French weekend weather outlook January 18 - 19

Morning temperatures will still remain below freezing across most of France

Three deaths and several accidents amid icy road conditions in France

Several departments remain on alert for poor driving conditions

How cold is it going to be in France and for how long? Tips to stay healthy

The freezing weather is showing no signs of abating, with temperatures as low as -9C

Two skiers die in avalanche in French Alps

The men, both in their 30s, were buried for up to 50 minutes in snow

Temperatures to drop as low as -10C: French weather outlook January 13 - 17

Several departments have enacted cold weather plans

What is the plan grand froid that has been activated in much of France?

Authorities have powers to protect vulnerable people when the country grapples with below-average cold

Dry but colder: French weekend weather outlook January 11 - 12

Temperatures will struggle to rise above freezing in some areas on Sunday

Two dead as snow wreaks havoc in northern France

River flooding warnings are also in place in Normandy, Brittany and Pays de la Loire

Snow alerts for north of France: drivers warned over icy roads

Up to 10cm of snow is set to fall in some areas

Storms batter France: motorway closed, trains disrupted, gale warnings

Some areas will see over 100 mm of rain and snow is forecast across the north

France sees temperatures as low as -33C

A level 2 snow and ice plan was activated in the Paris region reducing the speed limits for drivers. Alerts continue for gales in many departments

10C temperature rise, rain: French weekend weather outlook January 4 - 5

Overnight snow may affect some on Saturday but will quickly clear and melt

New Year brings storms and snow: French weather outlook December 30 - January 3

Gales of 130 km/h are expected on New Year’s Day with bouts of snow following

Sun to stay for many areas: French weekend weather outlook December 28 - 29

Excellent conditions and clear weather is forecast in the ski resorts, particularly the northern Alps

2024 was among the warmest - and wettest - years on record in France

An end-of-year report by the state weather service highlights extensive floods and a ‘remarkable lack of sunshine’

Snow in the Alps, sun in south: weather outlook December 23 to 27

The wind and cloud is set to give way to cool but settled skies as the week progresses, giving excellent conditions for many mountain resorts

Many areas on alert as Storm Enol hits France

The bad weather is forecast to head south on Monday, bringing heavy snow to mountainous areas

Storms and snow: French weekend weather outlook December 21 - 22

Up to 80cm of snow will fall in the Alps and the south-east faces gales of 130 km/h

Gales of 130 km/h set to batter south-east France as Mediterranean storm arrives

Polar winds descending separately from the north will cause drop temperatures across much of country

Warm days - then snow: French weekly weather forecast December 16 - 20

Temperatures highs of 20C in the south-west before polar winds arrive bringing snowfall

French weekend weather outlook December 14 - 15: gloomy and chilly in the north

Cloudy skies are expected to dominate in the north, but in the south temperatures will still reach double figures

Weather for the week December 9 to 13: Winter arrives in France

A chill is to spread across the country with temperatures 3C below seasonal norms

French weekend weather outlook December 7 - 8: snow arrives and temperatures plummet

Bitter polar winds also bring rain to Brittany and Normandy with a risk of storms in the south-west

Ice and snow set to hit France in the coming days

Bitter winds will cause temperatures to plummet lower than seasonal averages

French weather outlook December 2 - 6: Fluctuating temperatures and plenty of rain

Warmer than average winter is predicted based on sea temperatures

Temperatures of up to 21C: French weekend weather outlook November 30 - December 1

Chilly mornings are expected, particularly in the north

Temperatures of 26C recorded overnight in south-west France

Measurement sets new high for November and comes only days after snow covered parts of the country

Heavy rain and strong winds: French weather outlook November 24 to 29

An épisode cévénol is expected to bring heavy rain on Tuesday

Motorway crash, drivers stranded, power cuts: Storm Caetano wreaks havoc across France

Severe disruption to train and road travel from snow, and hundreds of thousands of homes left without power

Temperatures to rise 10C or more: French weekend weather outlook November 23 - 24

Rainfall is expected in the north and Mediterranean

Photos as snow falls – and settles – across France

Many areas in the north have seen snow, including in the capital

Snow, ice, and wind alerts in place for most of France as Storm Caetano arrives

Up to 10cm of snow is expected in Normandy and 3cm in Paris. Drivers are urged to be careful

Where is snow now expected in France this week?

Warnings over driving conditions are in place

Snow on way including to some low-lying areas of France

Wet, overcast and blustery weather is forecast for most of the country

Calm Saturday before rain arrives: French weekend weather outlook November 16 - 17

Storms may also hit the south-east, with the north mostly grey

Snow arrives: opening dates of French ski resorts

Beautiful images show first snowfall of this winter in Alps

Alerts for drivers as snow and ice expected in many parts of southern France

Bitter cold winds from Germany are bringing ice and snow

Cold snap brings snow: Weather in France this week November 11 - 15

Predictions for sun, storm, rain and temperatures across the next five days by area

Rain returns, temperatures to drop: French weekend weather outlook November 9 - 10

The south-west will see the brunt of the rainfall

France at risk of shortage of citrus fruits after Spanish floods

Production has been affected by the devastating floods in the Valencia region