French heatwave guide

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'Don't sleep naked' - How to get a good night’s sleep in a French heatwave

France's searing heatwaves can also bring with them some hot, sticky and uncomfortable nights - so here are some tips from experts to help you sleep when it's hot.

Climate crisis

In numbers: Yes, summers in France really are getting hotter

Summers in France have always been hot, especially in the south, so do the latest wave of extreme weather warnings really mark a rise in temperatures? Or just a change in weather forecasting techniques and media attention?

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What does a Météo France red level heatwave warning mean for the public?

As France sizzles under an intense heatwave, much of the country has been placed under red alert. But what does that mean for members of the public?

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Explained: How dangerous are French heatwaves?

France regularly issues weather alerts when heatwaves strike - but how dangerous are sizzling days in France? And how can you keep yourself safe?

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Light meals and shutters: The French government advice for surviving a heatwave

As France swelters under a heatwave, it's worth remembering the French government's official advice on how to stay cool and out of danger.

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7 ways to keep your French home cool without air conditioning

Air conditioning is not common in France, especially in private homes - but there are other ways to keep yourself and your home cool during a heatwave.

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From swimming to bullocks: 10 ways to say you’re sweating in French

When the heatwaves arrive, you're likely to end up a bit sweaty - luckily, the French language is rich with ways to express that you're feeling somewhat hot and bothered.

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'Avoid iced water and air-conditioning on max' - How the French stay cool in a heatwave

With France sweltering under an early heatwave, much of the conversation in the country is about how to keep cool - and some of the solutions might not be what you would expect.