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Weather & Climate in Ampuis, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ampuis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 385/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4893°N, 4.8100°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
385 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 118 km | 3 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 136 km | 4 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 130 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 69 km | 5 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 142 km | 2 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 46 km | 2 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 136 km | 6 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 105 km | 11 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 71 km | 22 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 51 km | 3 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 66 km | 12 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 138 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 106 km | 9 km |
| Feb 2, 2002 | 9 km SE of Valloire, France | M3.7 | 140 km | 1 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 111 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 (147 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 147 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Ampuis has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 39°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.9").