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Weather & Climate in Bessens, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bessens enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 263 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 38.8 inches. The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 344 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 344 ft (105 m) |
| Area | 14.0 sq mi (36.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8786°N, 1.2538°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
411 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Dec 30, 2012 | 1 km N of Coarraze, France | M4.8 | 143 km | 2 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 11 km W of Espot, Spain | M4.6 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Apr 1, 2010 | 8 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.3 | 128 km | 15 km |
| Jan 6, 1996 | 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France | M4.3 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jun 12, 1990 | 1 km E of Gan, France | M4.2 | 149 km | 12 km |
| Dec 12, 1996 | 5 km WSW of Tournay, France | M4.2 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Feb 9, 2009 | 2 km SSE of Asson, France | M4.2 | 148 km | 3 km |
| Oct 3, 1996 | 2 km WNW of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, France | M4.1 | 144 km | 10 km |
| May 3, 2008 | 6 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.1 | 127 km | 4 km |
| Jan 5, 2013 | 5 km SW of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, France | M4.1 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Apr 29, 2014 | 6 km ENE of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France | M4.1 | 142 km | 11 km |
| Oct 16, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Ossun, France | M4.1 | 130 km | 28 km |
| Feb 12, 1995 | 1 km N of Soumoulou, France | M4.1 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Apr 17, 2023 | 11 km SSW of La Barthe-de-Neste, France | M4.0 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jul 2, 1997 | 5 km W of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 137 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 1993 | 4 km NNE of Pouzac, France | M4.0 | 122 km | 20 km |
| Feb 3, 2004 | 14 km SSE of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 149 km | 3 km |
| May 18, 2008 | 2 km NE of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, France | M4.0 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 1996 | Pyrenees | M3.9 | 147 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in |
Bessens has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (1.9").