This Tuesday, November 12, the Var is under a yellow alert, signaling particularly adverse weather conditions. Severe thunderstorms are expected in the department, accompanied by wind gusts reaching 85 km/h. This situation poses a significant risk of severe weather, particularly near popular destinations such as Saint-Tropez and Toulon, urging caution for residents and visitors.
The Var is currently under a yellow alert, with sustained thunderstorms and wind gusts reaching up to 85 km/h, especially near Saint-Tropez and Toulon. The weather conditions forecasted for this Tuesday, November 12, pose significant risks for both the population and infrastructure, requiring heightened vigilance.
Severe thunderstorms approaching
Since this morning, intense showers have been reported in several localities of the Var. Cities such as Brignoles, Toulon, and Hyères have experienced localized thunderstorms, bringing sustained rainfall. In early afternoon, thunderstorm phenomena will continue to affect the western part of the department, with particularly heavy skies in other areas. The forecasts from Météo France are clear: a yellow vigilance is activated for thunderstorms, rain, and flood risks.
Strong winds on the coastline
The Var coastline is not spared, with impressive wind gusts expected throughout the day. Near Saint-Tropez, the east wind will reach speeds of 85 km/h. Other municipalities like Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer and Toulon will also record significant gusts of 60 km/h and 75 km/h, respectively. More inland areas, like Puget-Ville, will experience moderate winds of 60 km/h, while the northern Var, at Trigance, will be relatively calmer, with speeds of only 5 km/h.
Temperatures falling
The degradation of weather conditions is accompanied by a drop in temperatures. The minimums recorded this morning indicate values lower than those of previous days, with only 7 °C in Trigance, 10 °C in Brignoles, and 14 °C on the coast. The afternoon does not promise significant changes, with the mercury expected to remain stable around 15 °C across the department, Saint-Tropez showing just one degree more, at 19 °C, being the warmest place today.
Caution and recommended precautions
In light of these extreme weather conditions, it is essential for residents and visitors of the Var to exercise caution. Avoid unnecessary travel, stay informed of weather alerts, and, if outdoors, seek shelter during thunderstorms. Authorities recommend ensuring that objects that can be picked up by the wind are securely fastened and that flood-prone areas are monitored.
- Date: November 12, 2024
- Type of alert: Yellow Vigilance
- Location: Var, particularly Saint-Tropez and Toulon
- Expected phenomena: Severe thunderstorms
- Wind: Gusts reaching 85 km/h
- Impact on the region: Risk of localized flooding
- Recommended precautions: Avoid outdoor travel
- Temperatures: Minimums around 7 °C
- Weather conditions: Overcast with continuous showers
- Most affected areas: Coastline and western sectors of the department
