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Weather & Climate in Benais, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Benais enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 174 ft (53 m) |
| Area | 12.7 sq mi (32.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2955°N, 0.2170°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
287 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Jun 8, 2001 | France | M5.0 | 114 km | 12 km |
| Jun 16, 2023 | 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France | M4.8 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Jan 12, 1997 | 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France | M4.3 | 125 km | 10 km |
| May 2, 2016 | 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France | M4.2 | 32 km | 2 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France | M4.2 | 119 km | 3 km |
| Dec 6, 1991 | 2 km S of Bourgueil, France | M4.2 | 5 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2002 | 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France | M4.1 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Feb 12, 2018 | 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France | M4.1 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 2003 | 5 km NE of Vix, France | M4.1 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2010 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France | M4.0 | 101 km | 2 km |
| Jun 21, 2019 | 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France | M4.0 | 62 km | 8 km |
| Jun 17, 2023 | 2 km WSW of Marans, France | M3.9 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Jul 22, 2007 | 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France | M3.9 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Apr 5, 2001 | 2 km ENE of Melle, France | M3.9 | 121 km | 1 km |
| Dec 12, 1993 | 5 km NNW of Argenton-les-Vallées, France | M3.8 | 60 km | 17 km |
| Oct 3, 1999 | 11 km W of Écueillé, France | M3.8 | 77 km | 2 km |
| Jun 24, 1995 | 1 km SE of Andouillé, France | M3.7 | 122 km | 5 km |
| May 5, 2003 | 1 km N of Torfou, France | M3.7 | 104 km | 3 km |
| Jan 14, 1992 | 1 km SW of Saint-Gervais-les-Trois-Clochers, France | M3.7 | 47 km | 20 km |
| Nov 25, 1997 | 0 km ENE of Tiffauges, France | M3.7 | 105 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
Benais has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 42°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (1.6").