Severe Winds and Heavy Rain Forecast for Southern France This Weekend

Météo France issues orange alerts for Haute-Garonne and Tarn as the Tempête Jana storm system brings dangerous gusts and significant rainfall.

The Tempête Jana storm system is expected to bring winds of up to 120-140 km/h in parts of southern France, with the strongest gusts predicted in the Tarn, Haute-Garonne, and surrounding areas.
Météo France has issued orange alerts for strong winds in Haute-Garonne and Tarn, with neighboring departments under yellow alerts for potential escalation.
Heavy rainfall is anticipated in the Languedoc region, with localized precipitation totals reaching up to 300 mm, raising concerns about potential flooding and flash floods.
Snowfall is expected at altitudes above 2000 meters in the Pyrenees, while thunderstorms could accompany the rain in some areas on Sunday.
Northern France will experience calmer weather with mild temperatures, though some regions may see light rain and increasing cloud cover.