Weather & Climate in Le Poët-Laval, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Le Poët-Laval experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. The area receives 8.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,276 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,276 ft (389 m) |
| Area | 12.1 sq mi (31.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 79/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5366°N, 5.0146°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
934 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Apr 7, 2014 | 7 km SE of Guillestre, France | M4.8 | 134 km | 8 km |
| Oct 31, 1997 | 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M4.8 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Feb 11, 1991 | 5 km ESE of Briançon, France | M4.6 | 139 km | 14 km |
| Mar 2, 2012 | 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France | M4.5 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 56 km | 4 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 76 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 2012 | 13 km ESE of Embrun, France | M4.2 | 130 km | 2 km |
| May 16, 2023 | 16 km W of Pleyne, Italy | M4.1 | 142 km | 8 km |
| Jan 7, 2013 | 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 131 km | 7 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Jul 14, 2014 | 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France | M4.1 | 133 km | 2 km |
| Feb 27, 2012 | 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France | M4.1 | 133 km | 0 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 111 km | 2 km |
| Jun 22, 2014 | 7 km NNW of Jausiers, France | M4.0 | 133 km | 2 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 134 km | 6 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.8 | 111 km | 5 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 106 km | 3 km |
| Feb 13, 1991 | 6 km S of Claviere, Italy | M3.8 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 139 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 |
| 2004 | MARSEILLES | Meteorological | - | - | 140 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 3.0 in |
Le Poët-Laval has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 35°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (1.9").