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Weather & Climate in Carcassonne, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Carcassonne enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 371 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Area | 25.1 sq mi (65.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,974/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2165°N, 2.3486°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
475 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 | 46 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 11 km W of Espot, Spain | M4.6 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.6 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Mar 19, 1992 | 3 km SW of Campdevànol, Spain | M4.5 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2004 | 7 km E of Camprodon, Spain | M4.5 | 102 km | 2 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 2003 | 4 km E of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.4 | 102 km | 8 km |
| Jul 22, 2008 | 3 km NW of les Planes d'Hostoles, Spain | M4.3 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 2004 | 5 km NW of Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Spain | M4.2 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Feb 1, 2022 | 7 km ESE of Farrera, Spain | M4.0 | 116 km | 6 km |
| Feb 3, 2004 | 14 km SSE of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 143 km | 3 km |
| Jul 2, 1997 | 5 km W of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Sep 23, 2004 | 4 km NNW of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.0 | 99 km | 4 km |
| Mar 29, 1996 | 4 km NNE of Leucate, France | M3.9 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 46 km | 10 km |
| Jun 2, 2001 | 5 km ENE of Bagà, Spain | M3.9 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 6 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 44 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2004 | 11 km SW of Saint-Girons, France | M3.8 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Jun 5, 1997 | 10 km S of Quillan, France | M3.8 | 51 km | 10 km |
| Jul 13, 2007 | 15 km WSW of Espot, Spain | M3.8 | 140 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (117 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 117 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in |
Carcassonne has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 43°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (0.9").