France Faces Drastic Climate Shifts by 2100, Warns Météo-France

New projections suggest Paris could experience the climate of Montpellier, while southern France may resemble contemporary Andalusia.

Météo-France's latest report predicts an average temperature rise in mainland France of up to 4°C by 2100 compared to pre-industrial levels.
Paris is expected to have annual temperatures comparable to those of Montpellier today, with southern France potentially reaching conditions similar to modern-day Andalusia.
The warming will be uneven across regions, with southeastern France and the Alps projected to heat up more significantly than the northwest.
Summers are expected to see the most pronounced warming, with maximum temperatures in some areas rising by 5-7°C compared to historical averages.
The report underscores the need for urgent adaptation measures in urban planning, water management, agriculture, and public health systems.