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Weather & Climate in Chanos-Curson, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chanos-Curson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 296 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 34.7 inches. The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 728 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 728 ft (222 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 105/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0606°N, 4.9238°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
552 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Apr 7, 2014 | 7 km SE of Guillestre, France | M4.8 | 150 km | 8 km |
| Feb 11, 1991 | 5 km ESE of Briançon, France | M4.6 | 142 km | 14 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 129 km | 3 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 127 km | 2 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 94 km | 4 km |
| Feb 26, 2012 | 13 km ESE of Embrun, France | M4.2 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Jan 7, 2013 | 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 139 km | 7 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 105 km | 5 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 122 km | 6 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 61 km | 2 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 92 km | 22 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 120 km | 11 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.8 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 100 km | 12 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 121 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (172 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 172 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
Chanos-Curson has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 40°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.1").