Weather & Climate in Cruas, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Cruas experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. The area receives 8.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 289 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 289 ft (88 m) |
| Area | 7.4 sq mi (19.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 341/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6571°N, 4.7629°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
562 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 31, 1997 | 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M4.8 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 49 km | 4 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Jan 7, 2013 | 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 106 km | 2 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 146 km | 6 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 136 km | 22 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.8 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 146 km | 12 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 102 km | 3 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Feb 2, 2002 | 9 km SE of Valloire, France | M3.7 | 147 km | 1 km |
| Nov 6, 1997 | 13 km WNW of Barcelonnette, France | M3.7 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Oct 31, 1997 | 14 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.6 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1993 | 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France | M3.6 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Oct 30, 1998 | 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.6 | 148 km | 1 km |
| Sep 8, 1995 | 1 km NW of Crolles, France | M3.5 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Jun 27, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France | M3.5 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Feb 21, 1993 | 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France | M3.5 | 88 km | 9 km |
| Nov 5, 2001 | 2 km NW of Ambert, France | M3.4 | 131 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (188 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 188 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in |
Cruas has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 35°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (1.8").