Intense Rainfall and Flood Risk Forecast for Southern France

Meteorologists are forecasting intense rain in southern France this week, with up to 250mm expected in some areas. Rainfall is anticipated to begin overnight on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, and intensify on Wednesday, November 4. The rain is expected to spread across departments including Hérault, Gard, Aude, and Bouches-du-Rhône. Météo-France is expected to issue heightened weather alerts due to the potential for flooding.