Weather & Climate in Chirac, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Chirac experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.9 inches. The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,087 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,087 ft (636 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 228/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5229°N, 3.2665°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
197 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 93 km | 4 km |
| May 25, 1994 | 3 km NNE of Lézignan-Corbières, France | M3.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 2002 | 6 km NW of Creissels, France | M3.7 | 49 km | 6 km |
| Jun 27, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France | M3.5 | 62 km | 10 km |
| Apr 7, 1998 | 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France | M3.4 | 51 km | 2 km |
| Nov 5, 2001 | 2 km NW of Ambert, France | M3.4 | 121 km | 4 km |
| Jul 28, 1991 | 3 km SSE of Massiac, France | M3.3 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1992 | 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France | M3.3 | 52 km | 15 km |
| May 14, 1995 | 8 km WNW of Massiac, France | M3.2 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Feb 9, 1998 | 3 km E of Althen-des-Paluds, France | M3.2 | 150 km | 4 km |
| Jun 29, 1991 | 7 km SSE of Neussargues, France | M3.1 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Apr 27, 1998 | 3 km NNW of Bozouls, France | M3.1 | 45 km | 2 km |
| Mar 25, 1996 | 2 km W of Rochefort-du-Gard, France | M3.1 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Oct 26, 1991 | France | M3.1 | 41 km | 10 km |
| May 11, 1995 | 8 km SE of Fontannes, France | M3.1 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Sep 30, 1999 | 14 km SSE of Massiac, France | M3.1 | 68 km | 7 km |
| Apr 6, 2003 | near the south coast of France | M3.1 | 132 km | 3 km |
| Jun 17, 1994 | 1 km SW of Langeac, France | M3.1 | 66 km | 5 km |
| Aug 6, 1997 | 5 km ENE of Laussonne, France | M3.1 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Jul 30, 1995 | 7 km WSW of Job, France | M3.1 | 123 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 (141 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 141 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in |
Chirac has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 34°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (1.8").