France Braces for Exceptionally Warm February Temperatures

A shift to southern airflows is expected to bring unseasonably high temperatures across France this week, with some regions exceeding 20°C.

Temperatures in France are forecast to rise significantly this week, reaching levels 6–8°C above seasonal norms in many areas.
A southern airflow, bringing subtropical air from North Africa, is the primary driver of this unusual warmth.
The southwest, particularly the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, could see temperatures exceeding 20°C, creating a spring-like atmosphere.
While much of the country will experience warm and calm weather, regions like Brittany and the Atlantic coast may see cloud cover and occasional rain.
This weather pattern is expected to persist through Friday, with a potential return of rain and cooler conditions over the weekend.