Weather & Climate in Axat, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Axat experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,335 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
63°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,335 ft (407 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 106/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8041°N, 2.2348°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
540 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Feb 18, 1996 | 3 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.7 | 25 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 11 km W of Espot, Spain | M4.6 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.6 | 29 km | 10 km |
| Mar 19, 1992 | 3 km SW of Campdevànol, Spain | M4.5 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2004 | 7 km E of Camprodon, Spain | M4.5 | 59 km | 2 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 2003 | 4 km E of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.4 | 56 km | 8 km |
| Jul 22, 2008 | 3 km NW of les Planes d'Hostoles, Spain | M4.3 | 84 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 2004 | 5 km NW of Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Spain | M4.2 | 60 km | 5 km |
| Aug 8, 2007 | 3 km NE of Piera, Spain | M4.1 | 145 km | 1 km |
| Jul 2, 1997 | 5 km W of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Feb 3, 2004 | 14 km SSE of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 118 km | 3 km |
| Sep 23, 2004 | 4 km NNW of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.0 | 52 km | 4 km |
| Feb 1, 2022 | 7 km ESE of Farrera, Spain | M4.0 | 81 km | 6 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 28 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 1996 | 4 km NNE of Leucate, France | M3.9 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Feb 15, 2008 | 9 km SSW of Bonansa, Spain | M3.9 | 143 km | 4 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 6 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 27 km | 10 km |
| Jun 2, 2001 | 5 km ENE of Bagà, Spain | M3.9 | 64 km | 5 km |
| Jul 13, 2007 | 15 km WSW of Espot, Spain | M3.8 | 113 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (75 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 75 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.5 in |
Axat has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 36°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (2.1").