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Weather & Climate in Châteauneuf-du-Rhône, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Châteauneuf-du-Rhône enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 307 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 35.9 inches. The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 10.5 sq mi (27.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 215/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4891°N, 4.7171°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
540 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 31, 1997 | 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M4.8 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 33 km | 4 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 125 km | 2 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 120 km | 3 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.8 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Feb 18, 2002 | 6 km NW of Creissels, France | M3.7 | 142 km | 6 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Nov 6, 1997 | 13 km WNW of Barcelonnette, France | M3.7 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Oct 30, 1998 | 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.6 | 133 km | 1 km |
| Oct 31, 1997 | 14 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.6 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1993 | 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France | M3.6 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Feb 21, 1993 | 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France | M3.5 | 107 km | 9 km |
| Sep 8, 1995 | 1 km NW of Crolles, France | M3.5 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Jun 27, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France | M3.5 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Apr 5, 2000 | 1 km W of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, France | M3.4 | 116 km | 2 km |
| Jan 28, 1992 | 19 km SSW of Sausset-les-Pins, France | M3.4 | 150 km | 12 km |
| Jun 27, 1994 | 11 km NE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.4 | 137 km | 17 km |
| Nov 5, 2001 | 2 km NW of Ambert, France | M3.4 | 144 km | 4 km |
| Sep 11, 1998 | 1 km NE of Plan-de-Cuques, France | M3.4 | 140 km | 1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2004 | MARSEILLES | Meteorological | — | — | 142 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (198 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 198 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 2.7 in |
Châteauneuf-du-Rhône has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 41°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (1.6").