Weather & Climate in Amplepuis, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Amplepuis experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. The area receives 6.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,427 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,427 ft (435 m) |
| Area | 14.8 sq mi (38.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 329/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9726°N, 4.3303°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
347 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 141 km | 10 km |
| May 9, 2022 | 5 km SW of Villebret, France | M4.2 | 137 km | 11 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 98 km | 2 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 141 km | 9 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 140 km | 11 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 109 km | 22 km |
| Aug 19, 2003 | 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France | M3.8 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 106 km | 3 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 88 km | 12 km |
| Aug 23, 2003 | 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France | M3.7 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 1997 | 5 km NNE of Bletterans, France | M3.6 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 2008 | 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France | M3.6 | 109 km | 3 km |
| Jul 25, 2002 | 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France | M3.5 | 31 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 1995 | 1 km NW of Crolles, France | M3.5 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jun 27, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France | M3.5 | 146 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (108 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 108 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
Amplepuis has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 38°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (1.8").