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Weather & Climate in Cargèse, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cargèse enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 285 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 28.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 285 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (9°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 58.4°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 285 ft (87 m) |
| Area | 17.8 sq mi (46.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1363°N, 8.5959°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
78 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Jul 7, 2011 | 77 km WSW of Cargèse, France | M5.1 | 77 km | 11 km |
| Mar 4, 2012 | 80 km W of Cargèse, France | M4.8 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 1995 | 30 km WNW of Capraia Isola, Italy | M4.1 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Sep 14, 2024 | 62 km SE of Ramatuelle, France | M4.1 | 139 km | 7 km |
| Apr 5, 2013 | 90 km W of Cargèse, France | M4.0 | 90 km | 18 km |
| Apr 21, 1997 | 68 km NW of Stintino, Italy | M3.8 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Sep 25, 1994 | 90 km ESE of Ramatuelle, France | M3.8 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Sep 20, 1995 | Ligurian Sea | M3.5 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Aug 17, 2002 | 62 km SSE of Santo Stefano al Mare, Italy | M3.5 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Feb 9, 1998 | 55 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy | M3.5 | 143 km | 17 km |
| Mar 18, 1993 | 97 km NW of Stintino, Italy | M3.4 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Oct 1, 1990 | 15 km SSW of Calvi, France | M3.3 | 35 km | 10 km |
| Oct 23, 1993 | 89 km WSW of Cargèse, France | M3.3 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 2002 | western Mediterranean Sea | M3.3 | 89 km | 33 km |
| Jun 23, 1997 | 78 km WSW of Cargèse, France | M3.2 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 1992 | 69 km SSE of Santo Stefano al Mare, Italy | M3.2 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Oct 20, 2003 | 4 km SSE of Zonza, France | M3.2 | 69 km | 8 km |
| Nov 22, 1993 | 61 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy | M3.1 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Apr 2, 2003 | 66 km SE of Antibes, France | M3.1 | 135 km | 6 km |
| Feb 9, 2001 | 88 km SSE of Antibes, France | M3.1 | 115 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 1.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 3.2 in |
Cargèse has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 47°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (0.4").