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Weather & Climate in Décines-Charpieu, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Décines-Charpieu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 620 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 620 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,756/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7687°N, 4.9588°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
395 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 | 83 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 103 km | 3 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 111 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 1995 | 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland | M4.4 | 143 km | 6 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 85 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 125 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 41 km | 5 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 126 km | 2 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 137 km | 6 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 46 km | 2 km |
| Feb 14, 1990 | 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France | M4.0 | 147 km | 10 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 133 km | 3 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 41 km | 12 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 57 km | 22 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 53 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 89 km | 11 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 90 km | 9 km |
| Aug 6, 1995 | 7 km SSW of Vallorbe, Switzerland | M3.7 | 144 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 (154 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 154 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in |
Décines-Charpieu has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 40°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.1").