Climate

The climate in France is not homogeneous due to its size and geographical diversity, but it is generally temperate and pleasant and can be defined by some general rules. Summer is warmer and drier than winter, which is colder and rainier. The north of France is colder than the south, and the Atlantic regions are also hotter and rainier than the Mediterranean. In other words, there are four major zones:

• West: Oceanic climate with high rainfall and little variation in temperature.
• Center and east: Continental climate with hot summers and cold winters.
• South and east: Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers, plenty of sunshine all year, and light rain from October to April.
• Mountains above 800 meters: a lot of rain and snow in the winter.

If you are planning a trip to France, Toplist believes that you should save information about the climate in France to ensure your trip is the best one. This is one of the things to know before traveling to France!