For those irritated, distraught and downright angry that rain has dampened their vacation, there is insurance available for the interruption of sunshine.

Aon France has partnered with French-based travel-planning groups Pierre et Vacances and FranceLoc to offer coverage that allows vacationers to purchase travel insurance to compensate those whose vacations are rained out.

Before leaving for vacation, travelers can say how many days of sun they expect, and a policy based on the predictions of weather experts will be calculated, according to news reports. Tourists can file claims if they suffer at least four days of rain during any one week, according to Aon France.

However, tourists planning trips to rain-prone areas won't get the joy of cashing in on the policy. According to Aon France, they will use expert local weather information to define the level of sunshine that can be expected at various destinations.


Vacations ruined by rain are eligible for up to e400 ($557.96) in reimbursement. According to reports, the settlement is made automatically when the traveler returns from vacation, being advised via text message that payment on the trip will be made.

A pilot study during the past year indicated 10% of those interested in buying the coverage experienced more than three days of rain on vacation.

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