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2018 was the hottest year for a century in France

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 18:30:34 +0100

2018 was the hottest year in France since modern records began in 1900, the French meteorological service said Friday.

More heatwave warnings as temperatures soar in France

Mon, 28 Aug 2017 12:42:32 +0200

Summer might be coming to an end but France is still sizzling with temperatures set to reach up to 37C in parts of the country.

Temperatures soar in France for final holiday weekend

Fri, 25 Aug 2017 14:12:24 +0200

The final weekend of August marks the end of the summer holidays for many people in France and temperatures are expected to soar.

Forecast: What weather is in store for France in summer 2017?

Thu, 01 Jun 2017 16:00:43 +0200

June 1st marks the official start of summer, at least it does for weather forecasters and those whose job it is to predict the outlook for the summer season in France had some good news on Thursday.

Where to go in France to find the best ice cream

Wed, 24 Aug 2016 15:55:14 +0200

France is sizzling in a late summer heat wave, and what better way to cool down than with a scoop or two of top quality ice cream?

Severe fire risk in southern France as sun returns

Mon, 22 Aug 2016 14:43:41 +0200

Five forest areas in the Var département of southeastern France have been put on high alert due to risks of forest fires.

Short-lived heatwave interrupted by storms

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 11:08:00 +0200

France experienced its hottest day of the year yesterday with temperatures above 30˚C in most parts of the country.