Domestic fuel oil is a common source of energy in France, and its price considerably influences the budget of households who use it. This article provides a detailed analysis of current fuel oil prices, focusing particularly on recent developments and regional disparities.
Fuel Oil Price Today
The current prices for fuel oil in France, for an order of 1000 liters with delivery included, are as follows:
- Ordinary Fuel Oil: 1.116 €/L
- Superior Fuel Oil: 1.135 €/L
These prices are effective as of Monday, December 16, 2024 and include new economic and geopolitical updates affecting the cost of oil.
Analysis of the Evolution of Fuel Oil Prices
Over the last three weeks, fluctuations in the prices of ordinary fuel oil are notable:
- Monday December 16, 2024: 1116€ (+6€ compared to the previous week)
- Tuesday December 10, 2024: 1110€ (-9€ compared to the previous week)
- Tuesday December 3, 2024: €1119 (stable compared to the previous week)
By calculating the total variation over the last three weeks, we observe a slight overall increase of €6 since December 3. However, if we look more broadly over a few months, there have been periods of significant decline, including a drop from €24 on October 29, 2024.
Fuel oil prices by region
The price of fuel oil varies significantly between regions due to geographic and logistical factors. Here is a summary table of the prices observed on December 16, 2024:
| Region | Price of fuel oil (€/1000L) | Difference from the National Average |
|---|---|---|
| Alsace | 1084€ | -32€ |
| Aquitaine | 1112€ | -4€ |
| Auvergne | 1114€ | -2€ |
| Lower Normandy | 1100€ | -16€ |
| Burgundy | 1101€ | -15€ |
| Brittany | 1094€ | -22€ |
| Centre | 1096€ | -20€ |
| Champagne Ardennes | 1115€ | -1€ |
| Franche Comté | 1079€ | -37€ |
| Upper Normandy | 1100€ | -16€ |
| Ile de France | 1098€ | -18€ |
| Languedoc Roussillon | 1097€ | -19€ |
| Limousin | 1116€ | 0€ |
| Lorraine | 1088€ | -28€ |
| Midi Pyrenees | 1121€ | +5€ |
| Nord Pas de Calais | 1089€ | -27€ |
| Loire region | 1097€ | -19€ |
| Picardy | 1113€ | -3€ |
| Poitou Charentes | 1109€ | -7€ |
| Provence Alpes Cotes d’Azur | 1097€ | -19€ |
| Rhône Alpes | 1094€ | -22€ |
These data indicate that Franche-Comté benefits from the lowest price compared to the national average, while the Midi-Pyrénées region records a slight additional cost.
It is crucial for consumers to monitor fuel oil price trends to optimize their energy spending, and this table provides a quick view of areas where fuel oil is currently more affordable.
