This week, the weather forecast predicts a real whirlwind of activities in the Alpes-Maritimes. Expect an impressive mix of rain, snow, and storms that will characterize this autumn period, with pronounced temperature changes. Here is a detailed overview of what Mother Nature has in store for you.
Monday, November 18: A veiled but calm sky
The beginning of the week is expected with a predominantly veiled sky across the department. The wind will be rather discreet, allowing temperatures to reach pleasant heights, with a maximum of 20°C in Menton. A nice way to start the week before the weather takes a turn for the worse.
Tuesday, November 19: Bright spells on the horizon
On Tuesday, the weather will be in partnership mode. In the morning, it will brighten up with bright spells, before becoming shaded by a veiled sky in the afternoon. Showers may occur in the evening, particularly in Saint-Etienne-de-Tinée. The wind will pick up in the afternoon, promising gusts reaching up to 70 km/h in Théoule-sur-Mer.
Wednesday, November 20: Time for rain
The trend continues with the arrival of rain on Wednesday morning, especially in the north of the Alpes-Maritimes. The rest of the department will have to contend with a still veiled sky. Wind gusts will continue to intensify, reaching impressive speeds of 100 km/h in Saint-Etienne-de-Tinée and 85 km/h in Menton. As for temperatures, they will remain in a moderate range of 2°C to 19°C.
Thursday, November 21: Formation of snowflakes
Thursday arrives with a few surprises: flakes of snow may make their appearance in Saint-Etienne-de-Tinée and Saint-Auban. Rain will also increase across the rest of the department during the afternoon, while the wind continues to blow, reaching up to 75 km/h in the north. Temperatures, for their part, will show a slight decrease, oscillating between -2°C and 16°C on the coast.
Friday, November 22: A much-anticipated return of the sun
The sky might clear, as rain will persist in the morning but will give way to a welcome sun in the afternoon. Temperatures will range from -4°C in Saint-Etienne-de-Tinée to 17°C in Nice.
Weekend: A cool pause before the storm
The weekend will present a cloudy atmosphere on Saturday followed by rains on Sunday. Conditions remain to be monitored, as the weather situation could evolve in the coming hours. Stay informed of the latest updates!
