France Braces for Cold Snap with Snowfall Likely in Early January

Temperatures are expected to drop significantly across northern and eastern regions, with snow possible in low-lying areas as weather patterns shift.

A cold air mass is predicted to move into France starting January 2, causing temperatures to drop by 6-8°C in the northern half of the country by January 4.
Daytime highs in cities like Rennes and Nantes are expected to fall from around 12°C to 4-5°C by the end of the week, with subzero temperatures likely in some areas overnight.
Snowfall is anticipated in northeastern France, the Massif Central, and potentially in Île-de-France and Normandy, though predictions for snowfall remain uncertain for some regions.
Strong winds and rain are forecast for coastal and northern areas on January 1, with gusts reaching up to 110 km/h in parts of the Pas-de-Calais and Manche regions.
Météo France's seasonal outlook suggests a warmer-than-average first quarter of 2025 overall, but localized cold spells and dry conditions in southern France are also expected.