Despite the soaring temperatures in France in recent days, many French people remain deeply resistant to air conditioning - from concerns about health risks, environmental damage and excessive consumerism, here's a look at the French attitude to AC.
Kamiel Vermeulen - news@thelocal.fr
Updated: Mon 22 Jun 2026 11:49 CET
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While electric fans are common in France, air conditioning is less so, especially in private homes. Photo by Jam STA ROSA / AFP
Despite the soaring temperatures in France in recent days, many French people remain deeply resistant to air conditioning - from concerns about health risks, environmental damage and excessive consumerism, here's a look at the French attitude to AC.
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