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Weather & Climate in Fareins, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fareins 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 656 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 | 656 ft (200 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 605/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.0191°N, 4.7614°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
329 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 | 94 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 123 km | 3 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 123 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 1995 | 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland | M4.4 | 138 km | 6 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 53 km | 5 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 144 km | 2 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 76 km | 2 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 109 km | 11 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 57 km | 12 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 84 km | 3 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 80 km | 22 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 109 km | 9 km |
| Aug 23, 2003 | 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France | M3.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 1995 | 7 km SSW of Vallorbe, Switzerland | M3.7 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Aug 6, 1997 | 5 km NNE of Bletterans, France | M3.6 | 102 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 (141 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 141 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
Fareins has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 39°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and March the driest (2.0").