Orleans sits in western France under an oceanic climate, with rain distributed fairly evenly across the year and driven mainly by Atlantic weather systems, particularly the autumn and winter storm season.
On a major bend of the Loire, the city closely tracks the river, historically one of France’s most flood-prone. While flooding here is usually a slower, river-driven process compared to the intense storms of southern France, an unusually strong Atlantic depression can still bring damaging short-term rainfall, and Meteo-France’s radar network helps track these systems as they move onshore. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Orleans right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Orleans, Centre-Val de Loire in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Orleans, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Orleans rain radar update?
The radar refreshes continuously, typically every few minutes, so the map reflects current conditions rather than an hours-old forecast. Press play to animate the most recent frames.
Can I see if a storm is heading toward Orleans?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Centre-Val de Loire are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Orleans or pass by.
Is this Orleans rain radar free to use?
Yes, completely free – no account, app download, or sign-up required. It works in any browser on desktop and mobile.