Weather

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?

Towards the first heatwave of the year? More than 30 degrees expected in Paris and Île-de-France

The month of June is already living up to its promise, with the return of fine weather. This week, it's summer before its time, with Météo France forecasting sunshine and heatwaves.

Weather: heatwaves and heat records expected in 2024 due to the El Niño phenomenon

Although May was cooler than last year, the return of the El Niño weather phenomenon has raised fears of much hotter months ahead, while Western Europe is already in the grip of drought.

Weather in Paris and Ile-de-France this Sunday February 2, 2025 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 Sunday February 2, 2025

Thunderstorms in Paris: the Seine’s level increased by 35cm since Tuesday’s storm

On Tuesday August 16, 2022, in the evening, an unexpected harsh storm hit Paris, flooding the streets in the blink of an eye. Since then, the Seine’s level increased by 35cm (13.77in) in comparison with the past few months.

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.

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.

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.