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Usually, the Parisian temperature will range between 50
degrees and 75 degrees Fahrenheit from May through October.
Springtime in Paris is unusually long (as it should be!),
lasting well into June. The autumn is equally extended as
well. July and August are the warmest months, when most
Parisians leave the city to go on their own vacations.
Brittany in the far west is the wettest French locale,
especially between October and November. May is the driest
month for the Bretons.
In the South, the Mediterranean coast has the driest climate
with any noticeable rain coming in spring and autumn.
Provence (in the southeast) occasionally plays reluctant
host to le mistral, a strong, hot and dry wind that blows in
over the winter for periods of only a few days up to a
couple of weeks. On the Atlantic Coast and in Bordeaux, (the
region known as the Aquitane), the climate is generally mild
with temperatures averaging 45 degrees Fahrenheit in winter
and 65 degrees Fahrenheit in summer. There's no lack of sun
this region revels in warm, dry weather and receives an
average of 170 days of sunshine a year. In fact, Parisians
are known to say that Bordeaux has the best climate in
France. With the days fresh and possibly damp in the spring
and often sunny in the autumn, the climate is one of the
most important factors behind Bordeaux's high quality (as
well as the wine it produces).
The weather in the French Alps varies from north to south.
The northern Alps (the Savoy) are subject to oceanic
influences resulting in abundant precipitation year round
with low temperatures. During the warm season, winds blow
along this region's wide valleys and by midday, warm air
rises from the valleys, causing clouds to form around most
mountain summits, indicating fine and steady weather. The
heights can attract storms that are both violent and
spectacular. The southern Alps (Provence and the Cote D'Azur)
enjoy a typical Mediterranean climate, with lots of
sunshine, dry weather, clear skies and no mist or fog.
Autumn is the best time of year in this region.
Occasionally, violent storms may occur, but they are always
followed by sunny spells with the air pure, light and
invigorating.
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The weather varies considerably according to how far one is
from the sea or the mountains. The winter is cold in the
Alps, cold and foggy in the Po Plain and the central
Apennines. Mild and even warm weather can be found on the
Ligurian coast, the Neapolitan coast, and in Sicilia.
Summers are normally hot and dry, but the temperature is
moderated on the coast by cooling sea breezes, while in the
Apennines and Alps it is generally pleasantly cool. In the
mountain areas, winter is for skiing and summers are ideal
for excursions, hiking, etc. Seaside and lake resorts, with
their excellent hotel facilities, are the most sought-after
destinations in the summer; while the cities that are rich
in art treasures are the choice destinations in spring and
autumn.
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Britain's weather is very unpredictable, and it is not
uncommon to experience all four seasons in one day! Winters
are usually quite mild with temperatures rarely dropping
below freezing; January and February are usually the coldest
when snow is not unusual, particularly in Scotland and
northern parts of England and Wales. In summer, temperatures
have soared into the 80s and 90s in the last few years,
particularly in the south, although it is still more often
likely to be around 70-75 degrees F. Therefore, we suggest
you dress in layers and always bring some kind of rainwear.
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Spring is an ideal time to visit the central regions of
Castile, Andalusia, the Mediterranean Coast, and the
Balearic Islands. The climate is generally very good, but
expect occasional rain.
Summer is a good season to visit the northern regions,
especially the resorts along the Cantabrian coast, from
Hondarribia on the French-Spanish border to La Guardia at
the Portuguese-Spanish frontier. The medieval pilgrimage
route of Santiago de Compostela is ideal at this time of
year.
Fall is perhaps the best season of the year to visit the
entire country. The climate is excellent, with sunny days
and blue skies.
Winter is a good time to visit the Mediterranean area along
the Costa del Sol. The high mountain ranges in both the
north and the south offer excellent conditions for winter
sports.
The Canary Islands have a stable and pleasant climate all
year round, and are an especially inviting winter
destination.
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