Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area at a given time. It encompasses various elements including temperature, humidity, precipitation (such as rain or snow), wind speed and direction, and atmospheric pressure. Weather can change rapidly and is typically described over periods ranging from hours to days. It plays a crucial role in daily life, affecting activities such as travel, agriculture, and outdoor events. Meteorology is the scientific study of weather phenomena, using tools like satellites and weather stations to predict changes in weather patterns. Weather differs from climate, which refers to the long-term average of weather conditions in a particular region over extended periods, typically 30 years or more.
The vent d'autan, a powerful wind phenomenon, is set to impact southwestern France, particularly the Languedoc and Toulouse plains, with gusts up to 120 km/h expected. Seventeen departments, from Dordogne…