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Weather & Climate in Beauchastel, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Beauchastel enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 296 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 34.7 inches. The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Area | 3.8 sq mi (9.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 430/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8259°N, 4.8031°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
450 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 31, 1997 | 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M4.8 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Feb 11, 1991 | 5 km ESE of Briançon, France | M4.6 | 150 km | 14 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 67 km | 4 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 146 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 70 km | 10 km |
| Jan 7, 2013 | 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 145 km | 7 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 133 km | 5 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 136 km | 6 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 88 km | 2 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 127 km | 12 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 118 km | 22 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 85 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 145 km | 11 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.8 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 146 km | 9 km |
| Nov 6, 1997 | 13 km WNW of Barcelonnette, France | M3.7 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Feb 2, 2002 | 9 km SE of Valloire, France | M3.7 | 139 km | 1 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Oct 31, 1997 | 14 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.6 | 148 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 (178 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 178 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in |
Beauchastel has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 41°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (1.9").