Driest year ever

Driest year ever - According to Météo-France the Alpes-Maritimes has experienced it driest year ever this year with only 620 mm of rainfall in the department. The previous record dates back to 1989 when there was just 667 mm of rainfall. Météo France warns that this historic drought could increase the risk of flooding during “Mediterranean episodes” this Autumn.

Last local news

French and Riviera News Friday 21st November 2025

A sharp blast of Arctic air is set to hit the Côte d’Azur this weekend, with temperatures dipping to –4°C in parts of the Alpes-Maritimes and the Var.... French and Riviera News Friday 21st November 2025 Read More

21/11/2025

Evening Update Thursday 20 November 2025

Two men and a woman from Beaulieu-sur-Mer have been appearing in court today as part of a judicial investigation into suspected money laundering and t... Evening Update Thursday 20 November 2025 Read More

20/11/2025

French and Riviera News Thursday 20th November 2025

Monaco celebrated its National Day on Wednesday with a blend of religious tradition, military honours and public festivities. The day began with a Te ... French and Riviera News Thursday 20th November 2025 Read More

20/11/2025

Evening Update Wednesday 19 November 2025

It’s Monaco’s National Day, with several ceremonies and celebrations happening throughout the Principality today. ... Evening Update Wednesday 19 November 2025 Read More

19/11/2025

French and Riviera News Wednesday 19th November 2025

Monaco will mark its National Day today, Wednesday 19th November, with a full programme of traditional and ceremonial events, following last night’s f... French and Riviera News Wednesday 19th November 2025 Read More

19/11/2025