Limoges

Limoges is a city and commune, the capital of the Haute-Vienne department and the administrative capital of the Limousin région in west-central France. Limoges is known for its medieval enamels on copper, for its 19th century porcelain and for its oak barrels, which are used for Cognac production.

Limoges experiences an oceanic climate common to most of France, falling just short of a humid subtropical climate. Most precipitation occurs between October and February when strong European windstorms strike the city. On December 27, 1999, winds reached 148 km/h. On average, the city receives 41 days of frost and seven days of snow each winter.

Limoges is one of the hottest and driest cities in France during the summer months. In June, July and August, precipitation tends to come only from violent thunderstorms which are formed over the Bay of Biscay.