Heatwave - activities

Myths and truths about what attracts mosquitoes: infallible advice to protect yourself

With the heatwave, mosquitoes are proliferating all over the country and leaving us no respite. What really attracts them, and how can we scare them away or protect ourselves? We take a look at our recommendations.

Heatwave: up to 35 degrees expected this week in Paris and the Île-de-France region

After the rain, the good weather. In the middle of the Olympic Games week, Météo France is predicting a heat wave from Monday July 29 to Wednesday July 31, 2024, with temperatures of almost 35 degrees expected in the capital and Ile-de-France.

Free swimming on the Canal Saint-Martin every Sunday in summer 2024

Take a free dip in Paris's Canal Saint-Martin? It's possible every Sunday from July 7 to September 1ᵉʳ, 2024. Put on your bathing suit or shorts and go for a free dip on Sunday afternoons.

Paris weather: a sudden heatwave this Saturday, with 27 degrees in the capital

This early spring brings pleasant temperatures, albeit with plenty of rain. But this Saturday, April 6, 2024, temperatures will rise sharply, to 27 degrees in the Ile-de-France region, before dropping just as suddenly.

Paris 50 degrees: a full-scale exercise in the 13th and 19th arrondissements, this Friday

Paris under 50°: that's the climate challenge the City of Paris is preparing for. On October 13, 2023, the capital will be staging a full-scale crisis exercise to deal with the future heatwaves that await us. So, what exactly is involved?

Weather: Paris breaks record for hottest month of the year in September

It's hot, very hot in Paris for September. According to Météo France, the last record heat in the capital in September was in 2021, and the previous record dates back to the post-war years!

Heatwave: Paris parks and gardens open until midnight to beat the heat

During this new heatwave, the City of Paris is opening 2O large parks and gardens across the capital until midnight. This way to the shade!

Heatwave: Paris activates level 3 of the Heatwave Plan

The heatwave is taking hold in Paris at the beginning of September. In response to the extreme heat, the City of Paris has triggered level 3 of the heatwave alert plan, effective this September 8, 2023. We take stock of the situation.

Weather: Paris under yellow heatwave alert until Monday

After a lackluster summer, the heat is back in the Paris region, with temperatures topping 30 degrees. Unlike the other départements, the capital has been placed on high alert.

Weather: a persistent heat wave settles over Paris and the Île-de-France region.

Although thunderstorms quickly cooled the region last weekend, the heat is already back and set to last! Towards a summer as hot as last year?

Weather in Paris and Ile-de-France this Tuesday December 31, 2024 and tomorrow

What's the weather like right now in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? Check the weather forecast every day before planning your outings. Whether it's rain, snow or sunshine, cold or hot, fair or foul, the capital belongs to you! Here's your weather forecast for Paris and Île-de-France this Tuesday December 31, 2024

Towards another heatwave in late August in France?

Shall one fear another heatwave before Fall? According to Météo France forecasts, temperatures are likely to rise again from Wednesday August 24, 2022, in the country.

Drought: shall floodings during the thunderstorms expected next week be feared?

France is in the grip of record-breaking drought, with soils exceptionally arid. After another heatwave, rainfalls and thunderstorms are expected next week and likely to cause floodings in the country.

Heatwave: The outdoor survival kit for coping with high temperatures

With another heatwave just around the corner, there's no need to remind you yet again of our health recommendations. Instead, we've prepared a "Heatwave Survival Kit" to help you brave the high temperatures, even when you're away from home. Hard summer is coming ...

Double jet-stream: what is this phenomenon likely to be related to heatwaves in France

For a few days, some scientists only say one thing: “double jet-stream”. This atmospheric air flow could be the explanation of most heatwaves that occurred this summer in France, leading to dramatic fires and a very strong episode of drought. Here is more about that matter.

Heat wave: why the Seine does not seem to suffer from the drought, unlike the Loire?

Unlike the Loire, which has dried up in many places, the Seine seems to be keeping its usual level, despite the record drought throughout the country. How does the river remain supplied with water?

Heatwave: what are the hottest areas in Paris?

In a satellite photo taken of the city of Paris on a scorching hot day, you will see what zones are the most impacted by the heat within the city.

Drought: risk of drinking water shortage in Paris

With another heatwave, drought in France is not likely to get better. The capital city and the inner suburbs of Paris are placed vigilance. But are they likely to lack drinking water in the weeks to come?

Climate: it is hotter in Paris than anywhere else in Île-de-France, Météo France says

Amid the heatwave, you better live in the suburbs than in Paris – according to Météo France. As a matter of fact, it is getting hot in Ile-de-France and the city is breaking temperature records.

Climate: Paris prepares to face temperatures close to 50°C in ten years’ time

During the latest heatwave, the city of Paris had to face very high temperatures, over 40°C (104°F). In a few years, over 50°C (122°F) are expected in the capital city and the town is preparing itself.