Weather & Climate in Corte, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Corte experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,421 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 48.0°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,421 ft (433 m) |
| Area | 92.9 sq mi (240.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 78/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3096°N, 9.1492°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
79 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Jul 7, 2011 | 77 km WSW of Cargèse, France | M5.1 | 126 km | 11 km |
| Mar 4, 2012 | 80 km W of Cargèse, France | M4.8 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Nov 7, 2001 | 56 km ENE of Porto Cervo, Italy | M4.6 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 1995 | 30 km WNW of Capraia Isola, Italy | M4.1 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Nov 17, 1993 | 21 km SSW of Castiglione della Pescaia, Italy | M4.0 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Apr 5, 2013 | 90 km W of Cargèse, France | M4.0 | 138 km | 18 km |
| Sep 25, 1994 | 90 km ESE of Ramatuelle, France | M3.8 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Aug 17, 2002 | 62 km SSE of Santo Stefano al Mare, Italy | M3.5 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jan 13, 1992 | 58 km SSW of Isola del Giglio, Italy | M3.5 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Feb 9, 1998 | 55 km SSE of San Lorenzo al Mare, Italy | M3.5 | 142 km | 17 km |
| Sep 20, 1995 | Ligurian Sea | M3.5 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Apr 28, 2001 | 74 km SSW of Portofino, Italy | M3.4 | 150 km | 9 km |
| Oct 23, 1993 | 89 km WSW of Cargèse, France | M3.3 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Jul 30, 1995 | 94 km SSW of Isola del Giglio, Italy | M3.3 | 143 km | 33 km |
| Aug 28, 2002 | western Mediterranean Sea | M3.3 | 138 km | 33 km |
| Oct 1, 1990 | 15 km SSW of Calvi, France | M3.3 | 41 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 1997 | 78 km WSW of Cargèse, France | M3.2 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 1992 | 69 km SSE of Santo Stefano al Mare, Italy | M3.2 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Oct 20, 2003 | 4 km SSE of Zonza, France | M3.2 | 67 km | 8 km |
| Feb 9, 2001 | 88 km SSE of Antibes, France | M3.1 | 140 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 4.1 in | |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 38°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.2 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 4.2 in |
Corte has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 36°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (0.8").