As we all know, finding a sunny terrace at the right time of day can quickly become a headache, especially when the sun and mild temperatures return, as is currently the case. To avoid having to search the neighborhood for a ray of sunshine, an online tool allows you to view in real time the areas that are exposed to the sun and those that are already in the shade in the capital.
The perfect tool for finding sunny terraces
Relatively unknown, the website JveuxDuSoleil.fr offers an interactive map that shows exactly where the sunny areas in Paris are located according to the time of day. Designed by engineer Jean-Charles Levenne, the tool is based on several parameters: date, time, position of the sun, and height of buildings. The results are displayed directly on the map, with colored areas allowing users to immediately identify spaces bathed in sunlight.
More specifically, the site also allows users to change the time using a slider at the top left of the screen. This makes it possible to anticipate the sun’s movement and predict, for example, whether a terrace will still be exposed in an hour’s time. This is useful for organizing an outdoor lunch or an after-work drink without any unpleasant surprises.
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With the return of sunny days, Parisian terraces fill up quickly. This tool therefore offers a real advantage in choosing your spot before it goes into the shade or is taken over. It can also be used to find a bench in the sun in a park, a pleasant spot to read, or simply an itinerary for a walk.
Available free online, JveuxDuSoleil is one of a number of handy tips that make everyday life easier for Parisians. It’s a simple and effective solution for making the most of the sun’s rays in the city, without wasting time looking for the right table.