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Weather & Climate in Chalon-sur-Saône, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chalon-sur-Saône enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. The area receives 1.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 587 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,035/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.7811°N, 4.8537°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
190 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 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Feb 23, 2004 | 5 km SSE of Roulans, France | M4.4 | 121 km | 17 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 124 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 1995 | 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland | M4.4 | 112 km | 6 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Feb 14, 1990 | 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France | M4.0 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2003 | 9 km NNE of Levier, France | M3.9 | 105 km | 2 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 137 km | 22 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 150 km | 9 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 111 km | 12 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 150 km | 11 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 1991 | 14 km ESE of Selongey, France | M3.7 | 93 km | 9 km |
| Aug 6, 1995 | 7 km SSW of Vallorbe, Switzerland | M3.7 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 1997 | 5 km NNE of Bletterans, France | M3.6 | 48 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2002 | 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France | M3.5 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Aug 1, 2006 | 7 km ESE of Beaune, France | M3.4 | 26 km | 14 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (183 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 183 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
Chalon-sur-Saône has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 38°F in December to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.5") and March the driest (2.1").