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Weather & Climate in Châtellerault, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Châtellerault enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. The area receives 2.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 20.1 sq mi (51.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,856/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.8171°N, 0.5452°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
301 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Jun 8, 2001 | France | M5.0 | 118 km | 12 km |
| Jun 16, 2023 | 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France | M4.8 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Jan 12, 1997 | 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France | M4.3 | 123 km | 10 km |
| May 2, 2016 | 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France | M4.2 | 29 km | 2 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France | M4.2 | 108 km | 3 km |
| Dec 6, 1991 | 2 km S of Bourgueil, France | M4.2 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Feb 12, 2018 | 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France | M4.1 | 105 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 2003 | 5 km NE of Vix, France | M4.1 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2002 | 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France | M4.1 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jul 25, 2010 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France | M4.0 | 46 km | 2 km |
| Jun 21, 2019 | 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France | M4.0 | 92 km | 8 km |
| Apr 5, 2001 | 2 km ENE of Melle, France | M3.9 | 82 km | 1 km |
| Jun 17, 2023 | 2 km WSW of Marans, France | M3.9 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Dec 1, 1996 | 5 km SSW of Aigre, France | M3.9 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 1993 | 7 km SSE of Souesmes, France | M3.8 | 143 km | 18 km |
| Dec 12, 1993 | 5 km NNW of Argenton-les-Vallées, France | M3.8 | 82 km | 17 km |
| Oct 3, 1999 | 11 km W of Écueillé, France | M3.8 | 59 km | 2 km |
| May 5, 2003 | 1 km N of Torfou, France | M3.7 | 129 km | 3 km |
| Nov 25, 1997 | 0 km ENE of Tiffauges, France | M3.7 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Aug 23, 1997 | 7 km NW of Chaillac, France | M3.7 | 65 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
Châtellerault has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 42°F in December to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (1.7").