Another bout of unsettled autumn weather is expected to sweep through Monaco, the Alpes-Maritimes and the Var this coming weekend, with rain and thunderstorms expected from Thursday afternoon until Sunday.

Météo France has forecast unpredictable weather for the next few days, with intermittent rain starting on the afternoon of Thursday 24th October, continuing overnight and into Friday 25th October. After a brief dry spell, rain will resume in the evening.

The weekend will see worsening conditions in the hinterland of the Alpes-Maritimes, with increasing instability reaching the coast by Saturday 26th October.

The Var is expected to be the hardest hit, with severe thunderstorms predicted from Saturday evening and through Sunday 27th October. Rainfall could total 100 to 120mm in some areas, affecting large stretches of the coast, including areas in the Alpes-Maritimes, where localised flooding and overflows are anticipated.

Sunday is likely to bring some improvement over Saturday, though heavy rain, thunderstorms and grey skies could still affect both coastal and inland areas.

“This Mediterranean episode, although less intense than the one on 16th and 17th October, stands out due to its duration and the gradual accumulation of rainfall over several days,” warns Météo France. “Significant rainfall over short periods cannot be ruled out, particularly in the coastal departments, which will be the most affected.”

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