Weather & Climate in Frontonas, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Frontonas enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.0 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 883 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 883 ft (269 m) |
| Area | 6.4 sq mi (16.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 292/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6449°N, 5.1970°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
520 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.
| Feb 11, 1991 | 5 km ESE of Briançon, France | M4.6 | 146 km | 14 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 85 km | 3 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 73 km | 5 km |
| May 24, 1995 | 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland | M4.4 | 141 km | 6 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 103 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 71 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 109 km | 2 km |
| Jan 7, 2013 | 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 37 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 1990 | 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France | M4.0 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 23 km | 2 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 114 km | 6 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 111 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 73 km | 9 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 31 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 72 km | 11 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 38 km | 22 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 563 | LAKE GENEVA | Meteorological | - | - | 148 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (174 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 174 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
Frontonas has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 38°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.6").