Heatwave

Red heatwave in Paris: Most parks open 24/7 until July 13

Facing the heatwave, most of Paris’s municipal parks, gardens and squares will stay open 24/7 through July 13, inclusive, with security-related exceptions.

Swimming in Paris’s Canal Saint-Martin: what you need to know before you go

Swimming in the Saint-Martin Canal is permitted in Paris within a designated zone of the Récollets basin. Hours, access, free entry, safety rules: here are the practical details you need to know before you head there.

Heatwave: which metro and RER lines are air-conditioned for a cooler ride?

During these heatwaves, getting around on public transport can be tough, especially when the carriage turns into a forced sauna. To travel more comfortably, here’s a quick rundown of the metro, RER, and tram lines that are air‑conditioned in Paris and Île-de-France.

Weather in Paris and Île-de-France today, this Thursday September 24, 2026, and tomorrow

What’s the weather like right now in Paris and Île-de-France? Check the forecast daily before planning your activities. Rain or snow, sunshine or clouds—whether it’s cold or warm, good weather or bad—the city is yours to enjoy! Here’s your weather update for Paris and Île-de-France for Thursday September 24, 2026

Heatwave in Paris and Ile-de-France: the region is under orange alert this Tuesday

According to the latest bulletin from Météo France, the Île-de-France region, and therefore Paris, are under a "vigilance orange" (orange alert) this Tuesday, with temperatures expected to reach almost 35 degrees.

Weather in Paris: a new heat peak by the end of the week

This summer, the weather in Paris is fluctuating between heatwaves and thunderstorms. This week of August 4, a new heat peak is expected between now and the weekend in Paris and the Île-de-France region, with temperatures approaching 30°C.

Heatwave in Paris and the Île-de-France region: what to do in the heat?

In this very sunny period, a new heatwave is hitting the Paris region. While the sight of fine weather may be delightful, the rising temperatures do entail risks for our health. Here are the recommendations and advice to follow in hot weather.

Myths and truths about what attracts mosquitoes: infallible advice to protect yourself

With the heatwave, mosquitoes are proliferating all over the country and leaving us no respite. What really attracts them, and how can we scare them away or protect ourselves? We take a look at our recommendations.

Paris weather: a sudden heatwave this Saturday, with 27 degrees in the capital

This early spring brings pleasant temperatures, albeit with plenty of rain. But this Saturday, April 6, 2024, temperatures will rise sharply, to 27 degrees in the Ile-de-France region, before dropping just as suddenly.

Paris 50 degrees: a full-scale exercise in the 13th and 19th arrondissements, this Friday

Paris under 50°: that's the climate challenge the City of Paris is preparing for. On October 13, 2023, the capital will be staging a full-scale crisis exercise to deal with the future heatwaves that await us. So, what exactly is involved?

Weather: Paris breaks record for hottest month of the year in September

It's hot, very hot in Paris for September. According to Météo France, the last record heat in the capital in September was in 2021, and the previous record dates back to the post-war years!

Heatwave: Paris activates level 3 of the Heatwave Plan

The heatwave is taking hold in Paris at the beginning of September. In response to the extreme heat, the City of Paris has triggered level 3 of the heatwave alert plan, effective this September 8, 2023. We take stock of the situation.

Weather: Paris under yellow heatwave alert until Monday

After a lackluster summer, the heat is back in the Paris region, with temperatures topping 30 degrees. Unlike the other départements, the capital has been placed on high alert.

Weather: a persistent heat wave settles over Paris and the Île-de-France region.

Although thunderstorms quickly cooled the region last weekend, the heat is already back and set to last! Towards a summer as hot as last year?

Towards another heatwave in late August in France?

Shall one fear another heatwave before Fall? According to Météo France forecasts, temperatures are likely to rise again from Wednesday August 24, 2022, in the country.

Drought: shall floodings during the thunderstorms expected next week be feared?

France is in the grip of record-breaking drought, with soils exceptionally arid. After another heatwave, rainfalls and thunderstorms are expected next week and likely to cause floodings in the country.

Heatwave: The outdoor survival kit for coping with high temperatures

With another heatwave just around the corner, there's no need to remind you yet again of our health recommendations. Instead, we've prepared a "Heatwave Survival Kit" to help you brave the high temperatures, even when you're away from home. Hard summer is coming ...

Double jet-stream: what is this phenomenon likely to be related to heatwaves in France

For a few days, some scientists only say one thing: “double jet-stream”. This atmospheric air flow could be the explanation of most heatwaves that occurred this summer in France, leading to dramatic fires and a very strong episode of drought. Here is more about that matter.

Heat wave: why the Seine does not seem to suffer from the drought, unlike the Loire?

Unlike the Loire, which has dried up in many places, the Seine seems to be keeping its usual level, despite the record drought throughout the country. How does the river remain supplied with water?

Heatwave: what are the hottest areas in Paris?

In a satellite photo taken of the city of Paris on a scorching hot day, you will see what zones are the most impacted by the heat within the city.