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Weather & Climate in Chanas, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chanas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 261 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 35.0 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 594 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 594 ft (181 m) |
| Area | 6.2 sq mi (16.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 337/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3188°N, 4.8185°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
404 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 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 123 km | 3 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 118 km | 4 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 130 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 83 km | 5 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 147 km | 2 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 131 km | 6 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 50 km | 2 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 113 km | 9 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 51 km | 3 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 137 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 111 km | 11 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 79 km | 12 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 79 km | 22 km |
| Feb 2, 2002 | 9 km SE of Valloire, France | M3.7 | 135 km | 1 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 49 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (153 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 153 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
Chanas has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 39°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.0").