Weather Forecast - Wednesday 21st May 2025

Weather

After Tuesday’s devastating floods, Météo-France forecasts a calmer day for the Var department today with sunshine expected in the morning and cloudy periods this afternoon. The region, however, remains under a yellow flood alert due to potential overflow risks from the Argens River. Temperatures will range from 17°C to 22°C in the morning, reaching 26°C in Brignoles by this afternoon. Wind with gusts of up to 55 km/h are expected in the western part of the region.

Meanwhile, the Alpes-Maritimes department is on a yellow alert for thunderstorms this Wednesday afternoon, with Météo-France issuing the warning from 2pm to 7pm. While the coast will remain overcast but dry, thunderstorms are expected to hit the rest of the region, with gusts of wind up to 40 km/h in Théoule-sur-Mer later in the evening. Temperatures will range from 7°C in the morning to 23°C in the hottest areas, including Saint-Martin-du-Var and Puget-Théniers.

Highs of 21 degrees in Nice and Vence, 20 degrees in Monaco, 22 degrees in Cannes and Saint- Tropez and reaching 24 degrees in Toulon. This evening going down to 13 degrees with clear skies.

The outlook for Thursday and Friday, remaining fine and sunny with light winds. Highs of 22 to 23 degrees.

Sunrise 05.59am

Sunset 08.55pm

Weather elsewhere

London 17° light rain.

Brussels 18° sunny intervals.

Liverpool 18° sunny.

Beach weather

Saint-Tropez – Sea temperature 19, air temperature 22, sunny with winds picking up be the end of the afternoon. UV level 7.

Hyeres - Sea temperature 20, air temperature 23, sunny with strong winds. UV level 7.

Photo – Setting up for the Formula 1 TAG Heuer Grand Prix de Monaco 2025 is set to take place this Sunday, May 25, at 3:00 PM local time. This iconic race, held on the narrow streets of Monte Carlo, is renowned for its challenging circuit and glamorous atmosphere. The 3.337 km track features 78 laps, including the famous tunnel section and tight corners like the chicane at the Swimming Pool complex.  With clear skies and temperatures around 21°C expected, the stage is set for a thrilling race.

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