Located in the temperate zone , France has an enigmatic influence on the whole world may it be politics, fashion, education or alluring French wine.
The essence of France is well complemented with its weather condition . The country has varied landscape features which range from river basins to plateaus and from volcanoes to lush green valleys. France also has some well-renowned ports. Tourists flock France to enrich themselves with traditionally rich French culture and customs. French wine is a special magnet that has interconnected the whole world. France also has world-acclaimed universities that deal with all the major subjects of study, especially fine arts. France has also carved a niche for itself in world sports and excels in major games like football, golf, rugby etc.
Weather conditions in France are variable and vary from area to area. Mostly temperate climate rules over the country with cool winters and mid summers, especially in Paris. The northern part of France has a temperate climate while the northeastern areas have a continental climate with warm summers and cold winters. Rainfall is uniformly distributed throughout the year with some snowfall in winter. Southern France has relatively Mediterranean sort of climate with heavy snowfall in winter. The western coastal area of France is heavily influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, where the temperature is mild with rainfall all over the year. Summers in this area can be blistering. French Alps has variable weather conditions . Auvergne, Burgundy and the Rhône Valley has continental climate with occasional strong winds that grip the area. These strong winds are called mistrals.
