Toulouse, cherished for its southern charm and sunny terraces, could very well become a veritable gem in the heart of France. Imagine wandering through its colorful streets, enjoying the vibrant atmosphere, and indulging in delicious local cuisine. The city's lively spirit invites you to explore, mingle with friendly locals, and take in the stunning architecture. Whether you're sipping a coffee at a cozy café or strolling along the banks of the Garonne River, Toulouse offers a wonderful blend of relaxation and excitement. So come and discover all the magic this beautiful city has to offer!
itable heat by the end of the century. While today we might enjoy a nice cold drink, by 2100, we should consider investing in an air-conditioned cellar. According to projections from the TRACC (Reference Warming Trajectory for Climate Change Adaptation), Toulouse ranks 7th among French cities where it will be the hottest, as confirmed by Actu Toulouse. A forecast that isn’t exactly dreamy, especially when we learn that summer temperatures could rise by an average of +4.5°C, with more than 18 days hitting 35°C or more. Hello tropical nights, goodbye cotton sheets.Unbreathable heat and less snow in the Pyrenees
And the Pink City won’t be sweating alone: the entire Garonne valley might turn into a summer grill. Montauban, Castres, Alès, Albi… Occitanie is in for it.The whole region is ablaze in this ranking, with a special mention for Aix-en-Provence, which takes the crown with peaks reaching +4.8°C. In the Pyrenees, snowfall might last only a handful of days, while heatwaves will stretch on for one or two months, like a bad series that we just can’t seem to change the channel on.
Facing this outlook like a Mad Max scenario in the land of cassoulet, Toulouse isn’t just sitting on its hands. The city hall has rolled out the big green artillery: a “very ambitious” plan to plant 670,000 trees by 2050. The goal? To make the city so green that the temperatures in the city center will resemble those of the countryside at sunrise. Utopia or genius? Only time will tell. In the meantime, it might be time to swap the beach umbrella for a real climate strategy.
Source: Actu Toulouse
