Weather to heat up at Paris Olympics after chance of rain at Opening Ceremonies

Ahead of the Paris Olympics, there are no signs of extreme heat or heavy rain near Paris during the first week. However, temperatures in southern France could reach the low 90s Fahrenheit (32 Celsius). Beyond that, the forecast is uncertain. Model forecasts show highs in Paris ranging from 75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (24 to 27 Celsius) during the first weekend and approaching 90 degrees (32 Celsius) on Tuesday. Soccer venues in southern and central France could experience temperatures in the 90s (32 to 37 Celsius). Overnight lows are expected to be in the upper 50s to mid-60s Fahrenheit (14 to 19 Celsius). Minimal rain is predicted through the first week, with possible light showers around Paris on Friday and Saturday. Models indicate more clouds on the weekend and more sun during the weekdays. Gusty winds could affect the sailing competition in Marseille. The average temperature in Paris during the Olympics has increased over five degrees in the past century, making scorching days more frequent. France has faced deadly heat waves in recent years, attributed to human-caused climate change. Heat can impair endurance performance and increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for athletes. Officials are taking precautions to mitigate heat, including portable air conditioning units in the athletes' village. Meteorologists are monitoring areas of intense heat in southern Europe and will provide detailed weather and air quality forecasts for the Olympics.