Winds will be gusting up to 70-80 km/h in Paris and throughout theÎle-de-France region this Sunday, December 22, 2024, requiring particular vigilance in wooded areas and when traveling. This meteorological phenomenon, generated by the low-pressure system Enol, is affecting the whole country, with gusts sometimes exceeding 120 km/h on the coasts and in the mountains. Conditions are expected to improve gradually from Monday evening. This instability is accentuated by very cloudy weather, moderate showers, and localized phenomena such as sleet and rolled snow. According to Météo-France, cumulative precipitation could reach between 5 and 10 mm, or even 15 to 20 mm locally.
Formed to the north of Scotland, the Enol low-pressure system is generating disturbed weather conditions across France. The strongest winds are expected near the coasts, where gusts of 100 to 120 km/h are reported, as well as in the mountains, with heavy snow accumulations. While Paris escaped the snowfall, other regions experienced sleet and particularly complicated conditions around ski resorts.
In the Alps, for example, 20 to 40 cm of snow are expected from 1300 to 1400 meters, and up to 60 cm above 1700 meters. Météo-France is also warning of difficulties on mountain roads, particularly on mountain passes where the snow could hold off as early as this evening.
In the Île-de-France region, vigilance has been extended to Seine-et-Marne, Yvelines, Essonne, Val-de-Marne, Seine-Saint-Denis and Val-d'Oise. Authorities are urging people to avoid wooded areas, where gusts can weaken branches and cause trees to fall.
The intensity of the winds should gradually diminish from Monday afternoon as the low moves away towards the Mediterranean. However, conditions will remain rough in mountainous areas and over Corsica, where winds in excess of 120 km/h are expected.
In the Paris region, the authorities are calling for vigilance, particularly in wooded areas where gusts can weaken branches and trees. Here are a few essential recommendations:
The closures decided by Paris City Hall this Sunday, December 22, like those of green spaces and cemeteries, are aimed at preventing any risk from falling branches.
The situation should improve from Monday afternoon, as the low-pressure system moves towards the Mediterranean. In Paris and the Île-de-France region, the sun will make a welcome return on Monday, offering a welcome break in the weather. However, from Tuesday onwards, clouds are set to return, reminding us of the instability characteristic of this time of year.
This phenomenon, though common at this time of year, remains a reminder of the importance of remaining vigilant in the face of meteorological hazards. Paris and the Île-de-France region should return to calmer weather from Tuesday onwards, with a high-pressure trend forecast for the rest of the week.
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Violent winds in Paris: parks, gardens and cemeteries closed this Sunday, December 22
