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Weather & Climate in Cologne, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cologne enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 270 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 33.4 inches. The area receives 1.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 666 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 270 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 666 ft (203 m) |
| Area | 10.7 sq mi (27.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 68/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.7221°N, 0.9774°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
831 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Dec 30, 2012 | 1 km N of Coarraze, France | M4.8 | 115 km | 2 km |
| May 16, 2002 | 6 km NW of Cauterets, France | M4.8 | 128 km | 3 km |
| Jan 21, 2003 | 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France | M4.6 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 11 km W of Espot, Spain | M4.6 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Jul 16, 2008 | 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France | M4.4 | 125 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2002 | 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France | M4.4 | 125 km | 4 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 1996 | 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France | M4.3 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Apr 1, 2010 | 8 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.3 | 101 km | 15 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 2 km SE of Mont, France | M4.2 | 134 km | 2 km |
| Jun 12, 1990 | 1 km E of Gan, France | M4.2 | 122 km | 12 km |
| Feb 9, 2009 | 2 km SSE of Asson, France | M4.2 | 119 km | 3 km |
| Dec 12, 1996 | 5 km WSW of Tournay, France | M4.2 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Oct 31, 1990 | 6 km ENE of Arthez-de-Béarn, France | M4.1 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Dec 4, 1997 | 8 km SE of Amou, France | M4.1 | 135 km | 5 km |
| Nov 2, 1990 | 4 km NNW of Ogeu-les-Bains, France | M4.1 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Oct 16, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Ossun, France | M4.1 | 102 km | 28 km |
| Oct 3, 1996 | 2 km WNW of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, France | M4.1 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Jan 5, 2013 | 5 km SW of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, France | M4.1 | 121 km | 2 km |
| Sep 5, 2002 | 3 km NE of Arudy, France | M4.1 | 129 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in |
Cologne has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (2.2").