intempéries

Intempéries is a French term used to describe adverse or severe weather conditions that disrupt ordinary activity. In meteorology and public discourse, it covers a range of events characterized by abnormal weather patterns that may cause disruption or damage.

It includes heavy rain, snow, hail, thunderstorms, strong winds, floods, heat waves, and freezing conditions. The precise scope varies by context and forecasting agencies, but the term generally refers to significant weather events with potential impacts.

In France and other Francophone contexts, intempéries are often the subject of public weather advisories. National meteorological services may issue alerts and levels of vigilance when thresholds are met. Agricultural and commercial sectors may use the term to describe risk periods.

Impacts from intempéries include transportation disruptions, power outages, structural damage, crop losses, and health risks. Preparedness measures include monitoring forecasts, securing property, adjusting schedules, and implementing contingency plans.

In insurance and risk management, intempéries may refer to weather-related risks covered by policies, and losses are assessed as part of claims for damage due to weather.