Weather & Climate in Le Chambon-sur-Lignon, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Le Chambon-sur-Lignon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. The area receives 8.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 3,163 feet.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,163 ft (964 m) |
| Area | 20.1 sq mi (52.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0610°N, 4.3024°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
288 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 85 km | 4 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 131 km | 5 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 99 km | 2 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 128 km | 12 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 99 km | 3 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 128 km | 22 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 2002 | 6 km NW of Creissels, France | M3.7 | 146 km | 6 km |
| Feb 21, 1993 | 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France | M3.5 | 73 km | 9 km |
| Sep 8, 1995 | 1 km NW of Crolles, France | M3.5 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jun 27, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France | M3.5 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2002 | 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France | M3.5 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Apr 5, 2000 | 1 km W of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, France | M3.4 | 67 km | 2 km |
| Apr 7, 1998 | 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France | M3.4 | 112 km | 2 km |
| Jul 25, 2002 | 6 km NW of Beaujeu, France | M3.4 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Nov 5, 2001 | 2 km NW of Ambert, France | M3.4 | 73 km | 4 km |
| Oct 28, 1992 | 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France | M3.3 | 103 km | 15 km |
| Mar 22, 1991 | 2 km S of Meximieux, France | M3.3 | 116 km | 6 km |
| Jul 28, 1991 | 3 km SSE of Massiac, France | M3.3 | 87 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 (131 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 131 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 38°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 35°F (1°C) | 3.0 in |
Le Chambon-sur-Lignon has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 34°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.4").