Weather in Paris: snow continues to fall in Ile-de-France this Thursday, November 21, we take stock of the situation. 1 to 3 centimeters of snow in Paris, 7 to 12 centimeters in Ile-de-France, it will continue to snow until the end of the day, we tell you everything…
Snow continues to fall in Paris and Île-de-France this Thursday November 21, 2024with a vigilance Orange activated by Météo-France. The snowflakes, which have been falling since this morning, are expected to persist until the evening, around 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., making travel difficult, particularly on secondary roads.
This Thursday, the Paris region is experiencing a early snow episode which places Ile-de-France residents on alert. Up to 3 cm of snow could cover Paris and the inner suburbswhile the south of the region, notably the Yvelines et Essonnecurrently accumulate between 7 and 12 cm.
The phenomenon began in Normandy and Brittany, progressing eastwards throughout the day. The alert should last until midnight, and Météo-France announces 58 departments in Orange Vigilance this Thursday and 31 this Friday. In Paris, the Ice Snow Plan in Île-de-France is at enhanced monitoring level. Thus, since 11 a.m., motorists must respect a speed reduction of 20 km/h, while heavy vehicles will be prohibited from overtaking on the main roads. At 2 p.m., nearly 300 km of traffic jams were recorded by Sytadin in Île-de-France.
For Ile-de-France residents, a few simple actions are recommended: clear and salt the sidewalksavoid any contact with electrical wires fallen on the ground and heat your home while respecting safety instructions. Travel should be limited to what is strictly necessary. If you go out, it is advisable to use public transport and to take warm clothes, water and provisions to avoid possible delays or blockages on the road.
Road infrastructure such as the RN118, which is particularly vulnerable, will be subject to increased surveillance. Partial closures may be applied if conditions deteriorate. The RATP ensures, for its part, that its network remains operational, although it has procedures to limit the impacts of ice and snow.
Finally, Ile-de-France residents must expect a phenomenon of refreeze last nightmaking the roads even more slippery. In Île-de-Francethis winter episode is a reminder of the necessary caution in the face of capricious weather. If you absolutely have to travel, equip yourself well and pay attention to the instructions of the authorities.
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