Weather & Climate in Bourg-Argental, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bourg-Argental experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches. The area receives 10.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,834 feet.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,834 ft (559 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 777/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.2990°N, 4.5683°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
340 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 142 km | 3 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 112 km | 4 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 98 km | 5 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 69 km | 2 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 97 km | 22 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 94 km | 12 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 130 km | 11 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 71 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 131 km | 9 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1999 | 4 km NNE of Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne, France | M3.6 | 150 km | 2 km |
| Feb 21, 1993 | 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France | M3.5 | 43 km | 9 km |
| Jul 25, 2002 | 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France | M3.5 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Jun 27, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France | M3.5 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 1995 | 1 km NW of Crolles, France | M3.5 | 101 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (135 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 135 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.7 in |
Bourg-Argental has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 37°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (2.2").