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Weather & Climate in La Chapelle-Achard, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
La Chapelle-Achard enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 57.2°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 111/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.5888°N, 1.6473°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
323 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.2.
| Apr 18, 2005 | 1 km SSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M5.2 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Jun 8, 2001 | France | M5.0 | 51 km | 12 km |
| Jun 16, 2023 | 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France | M4.8 | 82 km | 5 km |
| Mar 13, 1993 | 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France | M4.6 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Jan 12, 1997 | 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France | M4.3 | 48 km | 10 km |
| Jun 22, 2005 | 2 km E of La Guérinière, France | M4.3 | 60 km | 10 km |
| Jun 25, 2001 | 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M4.2 | 79 km | 2 km |
| Apr 4, 2005 | 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M4.2 | 76 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 2010 | 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M4.2 | 73 km | 2 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France | M4.2 | 67 km | 3 km |
| Mar 14, 2002 | 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France | M4.1 | 44 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 2003 | 5 km NE of Vix, France | M4.1 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Feb 12, 2018 | 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France | M4.1 | 64 km | 5 km |
| Jun 21, 2019 | 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France | M4.0 | 103 km | 8 km |
| Mar 6, 2013 | 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France | M3.9 | 44 km | 2 km |
| Apr 5, 2001 | 2 km ENE of Melle, France | M3.9 | 124 km | 1 km |
| Apr 28, 2016 | 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France | M3.9 | 71 km | 10 km |
| Jul 22, 2007 | 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France | M3.9 | 30 km | 5 km |
| Dec 1, 1996 | 5 km SSW of Aigre, France | M3.9 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jun 17, 2023 | 2 km WSW of Marans, France | M3.9 | 58 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 1.6 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 3.4 in |
La Chapelle-Achard has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 44°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.5") and August the driest (1.4").