Goretti Storm: Jardin d'Acclimatation to Close This Friday Due to Severe Weather

Hold onto your hats, because the winds are expected to blow fiercely over Paris and Île-de-France this Friday, January 9, 2026. In fact, Météo France has issued a yellow alert for strong winds in the region. The cause? The Goretti storm, which has been battering France since yesterday, Thursday, January 8, 2026. Almost the entire country, except for the Rhône, Gard, Vaucluse, Bouches-du-Rhône, and Var departments, is currently under at least a yellow warning issued by the French meteorological agency.

Storm Goretti hits Paris and Île-de-France: Parks, gardens, and public spaces shut this Friday
Paris and the Île-de-France region remain on alert this Friday, January 9, 2026, following the passage of Storm Goretti. Parks, gardens, squares, and cemeteries are still closed in the capital, and several communes across the Île-de-France area are continuing their safety measures due to ongoing risks of falling trees. [Read more]

In light of these conditions, and to ensure the safety of visitors and staff alike, the Jardin d'Acclimatation announced via its social media and website the cancellation of its special closure. As a result, this Friday, January 9th, the garden in the 16th arrondissement will remain closed, and the enchanting "Lighting Up Japan" trail will also be suspended.

When severe weather hits the capital, many locations close their doors to the public as a safety precaution. Likewise, several parks and gardens across Paris and Île-de-France may implement similar closures this Thursday or in the coming days, depending on how the storm develops. Stay tuned to Sortiraparis.com for the latest updates.

According to Météo France's forecast, Storm Goretti is expected to gradually weaken starting this evening, with some lingering showers still likely.