Cities Facing Snow in France in Coming Days
The winter season is approaching earlier than expected in France. As temperatures drop significantly, many regions are bracing for snowfall in the coming days. Various forecasts indicate that snow could blanket parts of the country, particularly throughout the Paris region this weekend.
Cities Facing Snow in France in Coming Days
Snowfall is expected from Saturday evening, especially in the Paris area. However, other regions are also included in this weather alert. The snowfall will stretch from the Hauts-de-France down to the southern Massif Central.
Snow Warnings Issued
On Wednesday, 25 departments were placed under yellow vigilance. The affected areas include:
- Ain
- Aisne
- Ardennes
- Aveyron
- Cantal
- Corrèze
- Creuse
- Loire
- Meurthe-et-Moselle
- Meuse
- Moselle
- Nord
- Oise
- Orne
- Pas-de-Calais
- Puy-de-Dôme
- Paris
- Seine-et-Marne
- Yvelines
- Somme
- Essonne
- Hauts-de-Seine
- Seine-Saint-Denis
- Val-de-Marne
- Val-d’Oise
Weather Conditions
Recent changes in air mass indicate a shift towards colder conditions. Maximum temperatures have been recorded below 10 degrees Celsius. This unusual cold front has origins from beyond the Arctic Circle, resulting in frost affecting most of France, excluding coastal areas.
In the Northeast, temperatures have dipped to -5°C. Conversely, just a few days prior, warmer conditions were still present. Snowfall is expected to begin in mountain regions by midweek, with accumulation anticipated at various altitudes.
Forecast Highlights
According to Météo France:
- Snow will start falling on Wednesday, particularly in the mountains.
- Areas near the Belgian and German borders will be more significantly affected.
- Regions including Hauts-de-France and Grand Est are likely to experience the heaviest snowfalls.
- In Île-de-France and Centre-Val de Loire, there may be a mix of rain and snow.
- Coastal areas in Normandy and Brittany could also see snowy showers.
With snowfall looming, it is advisable for residents to prepare their winter gear and stay updated with local weather reports. The coming weekend promises to bring a wintry scene across many cities in France.
