The price of heating oil fluctuates daily, influenced by various factors, such as oil prices, seasonal demand, and geopolitical conditions. On December 18, 2024, the national average price for 1000 liters of ordinary fuel oil is €1,120/L, while premium fuel oil is €1,139/L. This article analyzes price developments over the past few weeks, while providing an overview by region for an in-depth understanding of geographic variations.
Fuel Oil Price Trends Over the Last Three Weeks
Over the past three weeks, the price of fuel oil has shown notable variations. Here is the detailed evolution:
- December 18, 2024: 1,120 €/L (increase of 2€ compared to December 17)
- December 10, 2024: 1,110 €/L (decrease of 9€ compared to December 3)
- December 3, 2024: 1,119 €/L (price stable compared to November 26)
Evolution Analysis
Since November 26, the price has fluctuated noticeably. From €1,119 on November 26, it temporarily fell to €1,110 on December 10 before rising to €1,120 on December 18. This represents a total increase of €11 between November 26 and December 18, or approximately 0.99%.
Fuel oil prices by region
It is crucial to note that the price of fuel oil varies significantly from region to region, depending on numerous logistical and economic factors. Here is an overview of regional prices:
| Region | Price of fuel oil (€/L) | Difference compared to the National Average (€/L) |
|---|---|---|
| Alsace | 1.084 | -36 |
| Aquitaine | 1.113 | -7 |
| Auvergne | 1.113 | -7 |
| Lower Normandy | 1.104 | -16 |
| Burgundy | 1.102 | -18 |
| Brittany | 1.094 | -26 |
| Centre | 1.100 | -20 |
| Champagne Ardennes | 1.115 | -5 |
| Franche Comté | 1.081 | -39 |
| Upper Normandy | 1.100 | -20 |
| Ile de France | 1.097 | -23 |
| Languedoc Roussillon | 1.099 | -21 |
| Limousin | 1.115 | -5 |
| Lorraine | 1.103 | -17 |
| Midi Pyrenees | 1.121 | +1 |
| Nord Pas de Calais | 1.096 | -24 |
| Loire region | 1.096 | -24 |
| Picardy | 1.108 | -12 |
| Poitou Charentes | 1.108 | -12 |
| Provence Alpes Cotes d’Azur | 1.099 | -21 |
| Rhône Alpes | 1.095 | -25 |
These regional variations highlight the importance of geographic and logistical context in determining fuel oil costs. Regions like Franche Comté show prices notably lower than the national average, while regions like Midi Pyrénées show a slight surplus.
For anyone wanting to understand fluctuations in the fuel oil market and plan their purchases optimally, it is essential to keep an eye on these regional variations in combination with weekly price trend analyses.
