Météo-France forecasts colder weather across eastern France, with significant temperature drops and persistent rain in regions like Franche-Comté and the Jura.
Weather update for eastern France
Météo-France reported on Friday, October 16, that a weather disturbance will move eastward across the country on Saturday, bringing colder air. This shift is expected to affect temperatures and precipitation patterns in the region.Franche-Comté weather forecast
In Franche-Comté, Saturday, October 17, is expected to be largely cloudy with light precipitation in the plains and more frequent rain in the mountains. Maximum temperatures will drop significantly, with Besançon seeing around 13 °C, down from 23 °C the previous day.Besançon weather details
In Besançon, the weather is expected to worsen starting Saturday morning with overcast skies and light rain by midday. The maximum temperature should reach approximately 13 °C. On Sunday, precipitation will continue with temperatures ranging between about 8 °C in the morning and 11 °C in the afternoon.Pontarlier weather forecast
In Pontarlier, the higher altitude and proximity to the Jura massif will make the cold feel more pronounced. On Saturday, rain or showers are expected throughout the day with a maximum temperature near 10 °C. On Sunday, temperatures should drop to around 4 °C in the early morning before rising to 10 °C by the afternoon, with light precipitation possible.Territoire de Belfort weather
In the Territoire de Belfort, Saturday will begin with disturbed skies and rain or showers in the morning, followed by light precipitation in the afternoon. The temperature could reach 14 °C. On Sunday, the weather may become calmer with very cloudy skies in the morning and high clouds in the afternoon, with temperatures ranging from about 6 °C at sunrise to 12 °C in the afternoon.Vesoul and Jura weather
In Vesoul, the weekend will be cloudy with a risk of precipitation as the disturbance passes. Temperatures will cool throughout the day, continuing a trend of decreasing warmth. In the Jura, Lons-le-Saunier should experience a cloudy Saturday with rain followed by showers, and a maximum temperature of around 13 °C. On Sunday, light rain could occur in the morning and afternoon, with temperatures ranging from 8 °C to 13 °C.Dole weather forecast
In Dole, light rain is expected on Saturday morning, followed by possible new precipitation in the afternoon with a maximum temperature of around 14 °C. On Sunday, the sky will remain very cloudy to overcast with light rain likely to persist, and temperatures should drop around 7 °C in the morning, reaching approximately 13 °C in the afternoon, with a north wind reinforcing the autumn feel.