Weather & Climate in Castres, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Castres 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 600 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 | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 45.6 sq mi (118.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,036/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.6053°N, 2.2409°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
356 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 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.6 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2004 | 7 km E of Camprodon, Spain | M4.5 | 146 km | 2 km |
| Feb 26, 2003 | 4 km E of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.4 | 145 km | 8 km |
| Jun 1, 2004 | 5 km NW of Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Spain | M4.2 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Sep 23, 2004 | 4 km NNW of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.0 | 141 km | 4 km |
| Feb 1, 2022 | 7 km ESE of Farrera, Spain | M4.0 | 145 km | 6 km |
| Jun 2, 2001 | 5 km ENE of Bagà, Spain | M3.9 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 1996 | 4 km NNE of Leucate, France | M3.9 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 6 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Dec 16, 1996 | 9 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.8 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Jun 5, 1997 | 10 km S of Quillan, France | M3.8 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Feb 20, 1996 | 8 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.8 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2004 | 11 km SW of Saint-Girons, France | M3.8 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Feb 19, 1996 | 7 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.8 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Aug 7, 1997 | 1 km E of Villemolaque, France | M3.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Oct 8, 1993 | 12 km ESE of Font-Romeu-Odeillo-Via, France | M3.7 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Feb 7, 2006 | 1 km ESE of Pas de la Casa, Andorra | M3.7 | 125 km | 2 km |
| Jan 15, 2005 | 7 km ESE of Les, Spain | M3.7 | 148 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (161 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 161 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
Castres has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (1.3").