Weather & Climate in Caraman, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Caraman enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. The area receives 10.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 965 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 58.2°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 965 ft (294 m) |
| Area | 11.9 sq mi (30.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5299°N, 1.7577°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
571 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 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 11 km W of Espot, Spain | M4.6 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.6 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2004 | 7 km E of Camprodon, Spain | M4.5 | 148 km | 2 km |
| Feb 26, 2003 | 4 km E of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.4 | 142 km | 8 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Apr 1, 2010 | 8 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.3 | 136 km | 15 km |
| Dec 12, 1996 | 5 km WSW of Tournay, France | M4.2 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jun 1, 2004 | 5 km NW of Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Spain | M4.2 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Oct 16, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Ossun, France | M4.1 | 149 km | 28 km |
| May 3, 2008 | 6 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.1 | 136 km | 4 km |
| Feb 3, 2004 | 14 km SSE of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 130 km | 3 km |
| May 27, 1993 | 4 km NNE of Pouzac, France | M4.0 | 138 km | 20 km |
| Jul 2, 1997 | 5 km W of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 2022 | 7 km ESE of Farrera, Spain | M4.0 | 122 km | 6 km |
| Sep 23, 2004 | 4 km NNW of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.0 | 136 km | 4 km |
| Apr 17, 2023 | 11 km SSW of La Barthe-de-Neste, France | M4.0 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 1992 | 0 km S of Horgues, France | M3.9 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Feb 4, 1997 | 4 km WSW of Capvern, France | M3.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 6 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 99 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 164 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.7 in |
Caraman 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 (3.2") and July the driest (1.6").