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Weather & Climate in Frans, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Frans 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 682 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 | 682 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 657/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.9929°N, 4.7782°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
331 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 121 km | 3 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 93 km | 5 km |
| May 24, 1995 | 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland | M4.4 | 139 km | 6 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 147 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 52 km | 5 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 142 km | 2 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 73 km | 2 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 81 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 107 km | 9 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 77 km | 22 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 107 km | 11 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 55 km | 12 km |
| Aug 6, 1995 | 7 km SSW of Vallorbe, Switzerland | M3.7 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 2008 | 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France | M3.6 | 143 km | 3 km |
| Aug 6, 1997 | 5 km NNE of Bletterans, France | M3.6 | 104 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 (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 142 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 | Driest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
Frans has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 39°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (2.1").