Weather & Climate in La Capelle, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
La Capelle experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 7.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 735 feet.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Area | 6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 312/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.9775°N, 3.9179°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
46 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Jun 20, 1995 | 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium | M4.3 | 56 km | 20 km |
| Aug 29, 1992 | 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France | M4.1 | 31 km | 18 km |
| Aug 26, 1992 | 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium | M3.9 | 30 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 5 km NW of Stoumont, Belgium | M3.9 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jul 13, 2008 | 0 km ESE of Court-Saint-Étienne, Belgium | M3.8 | 87 km | 4 km |
| Apr 19, 1990 | 0 km SSW of Flémalle-Haute, Belgium | M3.6 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 1994 | 2 km N of Rousies, France | M3.5 | 36 km | 5 km |
| Jul 14, 2008 | 1 km SW of Boussu, Belgium | M3.2 | 51 km | 4 km |
| Aug 10, 1991 | 1 km S of Vottem, Belgium | M3.2 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Oct 25, 1998 | 6 km NNE of Montdidier, France | M3.2 | 99 km | 7 km |
| Feb 27, 2005 | 1 km NW of Libercourt, France | M3.1 | 87 km | 4 km |
| May 10, 1990 | 1 km W of Modave, Belgium | M3.1 | 109 km | 11 km |
| Jun 1, 2005 | 3 km N of Grandvilliers, France | M3.1 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 1994 | 1 km NE of Quévy-le-Petit, Belgium | M3.1 | 45 km | 5 km |
| Mar 30, 1995 | 1 km NW of Bressoux, Belgium | M3.0 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2002 | 1 km SSW of Stoumont, Belgium | M3.0 | 142 km | 4 km |
| Jul 23, 1992 | 3 km ENE of Sivry, Belgium | M3.0 | 32 km | 10 km |
| Mar 31, 2007 | 2 km ESE of Sougné-Remouchamps, Belgium | M3.0 | 141 km | 16 km |
| Mar 27, 1991 | 4 km SSE of Bihain, Belgium | M3.0 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Aug 23, 1994 | 2 km E of Dikkebus, Belgium | M2.9 | 120 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
La Capelle has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 37°F in February to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and August the driest (2.3").