Provence/Riviera in November: Mistral?
Jul 23rd, 2003 | 03:15 AM
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Provence/Riviera in November: Mistral?
We're thinking to finally rent a place for a week and stay put. Area around St. Paul de Vence appeals as does Gordes area. But if we go in mid-November, will we be blown to bits by the Mistral? What is "peak" mistral season anyway?
Jul 23rd, 2003 | 03:48 AM
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I'm not sure if there is a season. There are mistral winds all through summer, and they bring some welcome relief, but unfortunately also fan the flames of forest fires. Mid November the weather could still be lovely, or it could rain all the time. Impossible to say.
Jul 23rd, 2003 | 08:14 AM
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The frequency of the mistral is variable. It occurs most often in February, March and April as well as July And August when it is less strong and a danger because of forest fires.
I was having lunch in the Place Crillon in Avignon in August one year when it struck.
I was having lunch in the Place Crillon in Avignon in August one year when it struck.
