Weather & Climate in Couches, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Couches experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches. The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,260 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,260 ft (384 m) |
| Area | 7.5 sq mi (19.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 161/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.8667°N, 4.5667°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
137 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 147 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 1995 | 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland | M4.4 | 135 km | 6 km |
| Feb 23, 2004 | 5 km SSE of Roulans, France | M4.4 | 137 km | 17 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 2003 | 9 km NNE of Levier, France | M3.9 | 124 km | 2 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 130 km | 12 km |
| Jul 4, 1991 | 14 km ESE of Selongey, France | M3.7 | 96 km | 9 km |
| Aug 6, 1995 | 7 km SSW of Vallorbe, Switzerland | M3.7 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 1997 | 5 km NNE of Bletterans, France | M3.6 | 70 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2002 | 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France | M3.5 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2002 | 6 km NW of Beaujeu, France | M3.4 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Aug 1, 2006 | 7 km ESE of Beaune, France | M3.4 | 32 km | 14 km |
| Apr 14, 1991 | 8 km S of Poligny, France | M3.3 | 87 km | 4 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 6 km WNW of Cruseilles, France | M3.3 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Mar 22, 1991 | 2 km S of Meximieux, France | M3.3 | 119 km | 6 km |
| Mar 19, 2001 | 3 km NE of Novillars, France | M3.2 | 130 km | 3 km |
| Oct 25, 1991 | 4 km NW of Savigny-lès-Beaune, France | M3.2 | 29 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 1991 | 9 km ESE of Val-de-Meuse, France | M3.2 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Nov 5, 1993 | 3 km SSE of Gland, Switzerland | M3.2 | 142 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (173 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 173 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 2.8 in |
Couches has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 35°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and March the driest (2.1").