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Weather & Climate in La Chapelle-de-Guinchay, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
La Chapelle-de-Guinchay 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 633 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 | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 547/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2084°N, 4.7625°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
298 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 130 km | 3 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 99 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 1995 | 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland | M4.4 | 129 km | 6 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 142 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 61 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 1990 | 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France | M4.0 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 93 km | 2 km |
| Feb 24, 2003 | 9 km NNE of Levier, France | M3.9 | 141 km | 2 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 91 km | 22 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 101 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 116 km | 9 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 116 km | 11 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 66 km | 12 km |
| Aug 6, 1995 | 7 km SSW of Vallorbe, Switzerland | M3.7 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 2008 | 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France | M3.6 | 143 km | 3 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (147 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 147 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
La Chapelle-de-Guinchay has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 38°F in December to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.4") and March the driest (2.1").