Montpellier sits in southern France under a Mediterranean climate, with dry summers and a distinct autumn rainy season, when warm, moist air off the Mediterranean can produce extremely intense, fast-moving storms known locally as episodes cevenols or Mediterranean episodes.
Near the Mediterranean coast, the city sits in one of France’s most flash-flood-prone regions, having experienced deadly episodes cevenols in recent decades. These autumn storms can drop a large fraction of a year’s rainfall in a matter of hours, and because they intensify and move quickly, radar tracking is one of the most important tools French forecasters use to warn of flash flooding. Meteo-France operates the national radar network. Learn more: Flash Flood Warning Signs on Radar · Open the full Rain Map
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it raining in Montpellier right now?
The live radar map above shows precipitation over Montpellier, Occitanie in real time. Blue shades indicate light rain, while yellow, orange, and red mark heavier downpours. If no colored echoes appear over Montpellier, no significant rain is currently being detected.
How often does the Montpellier 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 Montpellier?
Yes. Press play on the radar to animate the last few hours of rainfall and watch which way rain cells over Occitanie are moving – the clearest way to judge whether a shower will reach Montpellier or pass by.
Is this Montpellier 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.