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Climate zoning for mainland France in 2020, drawn up by Météo-France. The climate of France is the statistical distribution of conditions in the Earth's atmosphere over the national territory, based on the averages and variability of relevant quantities over a given period, the standard reference period defined by the World Meteorological Organization being 30 years.
A European windstorm that hit southern France and northern Spain, said to be the most damaging in the area since that of December 1999. The storm caused widespread damage across the countries, especially in northern Spain. Twelve fatalities have been reported as of 24 January, as well as extensive disruptions of public transport.
Bise (cold, northern wind in France and northeastern wind in Switzerland) Böhm (cold, dry wind in Central Europe) Bora (northeasterly from eastern Europe to northeastern Italy and northwestern Balkans) Burle (north wind which blows in the winter in south-central France) Cers (strong, very dry northeasterly wind in the bas-Languedoc region in ...
Greece has spent more than 1.5 billion euros on drinking water infrastructure since 2019, the government said. But Argolida, an agricultural hub that produces roughly a third of Greece's oranges ...
Weather warnings were also issued in southern and coastal western France. [72] Cecila intensified as it crossed the Atlantic and reached its peak intensity of 974 mbar (28.8 inHg) in the Bay of Biscay on 23 November before making landfall in northern Spain. [73]
This hazardous weather event could lead to several impacts including, coastal flooding, large coastal waves, and displaced objects are possible due to the powerful winds and rising sea levels. Fallen trees could block roads and damage property. The severe weather could make driving hazardous and conditions at sea will be extremely dangerous.
By 30 October, it had swept through southern Portugal and prompted yellow weather warnings for heavy rain in nine provinces in five autonomous communities in Spain. [52] Weather warning were issued in western France until 31 October. [53] One death was reported, namely a 70-year-old woman was killed by a falling tree in France on 29 October. [54]
October 26–27, 2012 – After moving ashore in central Portugal, the extratropical cyclone that was formerly Hurricane Rafael dissipated. [96] In mountainous areas of southern France, wind gusts reached 168 km/h (104 mph). Just offshore Barcelona, Spain, three waterspouts formed, though all remained offshore. [97]