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Forecast: When is summer (finally) going to arrive in France?

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 11:37:06 +0200

As June continues along its chilly, gloomy path, many in France have been wondering when the summer sunshine will finally arrive. So, here's a look at when you'll be able to liberate your parasol and plimsolls.

France faces scorching weekend with temperatures set to hit 38C

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 12:05:52 +0200

For anyone in France this weekend it might be time to think about reserving your spot in the shade as temperatures rise and the mercury gets set to hit a scorching 38C in parts of the country.

Weather forecast: What's on the horizon for France this summer?

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 18:23:57 +0200

It was a long, cold winter in France so the country certainly deserves a long, hot summer to make up for it. But will it get one?

Weak growth forecast for France

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:44:09 +0200

The French economy is on course to grow by 0.2 percent in the third quarter of the year, the Bank of France said in a preliminary forecast on Monday.