A cold snap will affect a large part of France in the coming days. Snow is expected on the Tarn hills and could also fall down to the plains over the weekend. Update on the weather in the Tarn for the next few hours.
A northerly flow will settle in over France in the coming hours, leading to a drop in temperatures. The country will be affected by a descent of polar air.
In the Tarn, weather models predict a notable cooling and a northerly wind accompanied by snowfall from Saturday December 7.
Drop in temperatures and risk of snow on the Tarn
Daytime temperatures should struggle to exceed 5°C on Sunday. The nighttime minimums will often be negative during the night from Saturday to Sunday, over a large part of the Tarn.
The first snowflakes could fall on the Tarn reliefs from Saturday December 7, in particular the Monts de Lacaune and the Sidobre region. With the cooling, from Saturday night and during the day on Sunday, snowfall could also affect the plain, with variable quantities, between a light dusting and up to a few centimeters in the most areas. exposed.
Pay attention to traffic conditions
With the arrival of snow, road conditions are likely to deteriorate, with a risk of icy conditions and slippery roads, particularly on secondary roads and in the mountains.
You will therefore need to be careful, adopt suitable equipment (winter or snow tires in particular) and follow the safety advice in the event of heavy snow or snow-icy weather alert.
In the cities, although the snow is less present than in the mountains, it could nevertheless disrupt travel, particularly on the secondary network of Albigeois, Castrais and more widely on the Monts d'Alban and Villefranchois and the Ségala.d’Albi. From 600 to 700 meters above sea level, traffic conditions could become difficult. The forecast also announces a strong wind oriented to the north, especially on Sunday, accentuating the feeling of cold, with a wind factor which could lower the temperature felt by up to -7°C.
The Department of Tarn launched its winter road plan on November 28 to ensure safety and clearing of roads in the event of bad weather. A website inforoutes81.fr provides live traffic conditions.
The peak of the cold expected on Sunday in the Tarn
Sunday December 8 will undoubtedly mark the peak of this winter episode, which is not exceptional, with temperatures below zero almost widespread throughout the Tarn during the night and in the morning. You should expect an alternation of snowfall in the form of showers up to the plains. The cold should prevail until the very beginning of the week. You will therefore have to remain vigilant on the roads.
The forecast also suggests calmer and less cold weather next week, but the cold will persist in the highest regions.
In the Pyrenees, snowfall could exceed one meter in three days. The combination of snowfall and powerful winds could create significant snowdrifts requiring great vigilance.
Practical advice in case of cold and snow
- Be sure to cover exterior pipes and protect your cold-sensitive plants.
- Prepare for difficult traffic conditions and stay informed of local weather alerts and traffic conditions.
- Be particularly attentive to children and the elderly who may be more vulnerable to the cold.
- Caution is required, particularly on roads and in areas exposed to snowfall: check traffic conditions before planning a trip.
- If you are planning a long trip, put a bottle of water and some dry provisions like cakes in your car, and a blanket in case you get stuck on the road.
- Check your road equipment (condition of tires, presence of socks or snow chains, presence of your yellow vest and an electric lamp).
