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Weather & Climate in Descartes, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Descartes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. The area receives 2.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 11.7 sq mi (30.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 331/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.9667°N, 0.7000°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
288 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Jun 8, 2001 | France | M5.0 | 132 km | 12 km |
| Jun 16, 2023 | 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France | M4.8 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Jan 12, 1997 | 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France | M4.3 | 139 km | 10 km |
| May 2, 2016 | 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France | M4.2 | 21 km | 2 km |
| Dec 6, 1991 | 2 km S of Bourgueil, France | M4.2 | 52 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France | M4.2 | 126 km | 3 km |
| Mar 14, 2002 | 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France | M4.1 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Feb 12, 2018 | 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France | M4.1 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 2003 | 5 km NE of Vix, France | M4.1 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2019 | 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France | M4.0 | 98 km | 8 km |
| Jul 25, 2010 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France | M4.0 | 65 km | 2 km |
| Dec 1, 1996 | 5 km SSW of Aigre, France | M3.9 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Apr 5, 2001 | 2 km ENE of Melle, France | M3.9 | 103 km | 1 km |
| Oct 3, 1999 | 11 km W of Écueillé, France | M3.8 | 41 km | 2 km |
| Dec 12, 1993 | 5 km NNW of Argenton-les-Vallées, France | M3.8 | 90 km | 17 km |
| Jan 25, 1993 | 7 km SSE of Souesmes, France | M3.8 | 125 km | 18 km |
| Nov 25, 1997 | 0 km ENE of Tiffauges, France | M3.7 | 137 km | 10 km |
| May 5, 2003 | 1 km N of Torfou, France | M3.7 | 138 km | 3 km |
| Aug 23, 1997 | 7 km NW of Chaillac, France | M3.7 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Jan 14, 1992 | 1 km SW of Saint-Gervais-les-Trois-Clochers, France | M3.7 | 25 km | 20 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
Descartes has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 41°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (1.7").