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Weather & Climate in Luz-Saint-Sauveur, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Luz-Saint-Sauveur experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 273 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 74.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 90.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 2,359 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
61°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,359 ft (719 m) |
| Area | 19.5 sq mi (50.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8723°N, 0.0031°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,143 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Dec 30, 2012 | 1 km N of Coarraze, France | M4.8 | 39 km | 2 km |
| May 16, 2002 | 6 km NW of Cauterets, France | M4.8 | 15 km | 3 km |
| Sep 18, 2004 | 7 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain | M4.7 | 123 km | 1 km |
| Jan 21, 2003 | 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France | M4.6 | 40 km | 5 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 11 km W of Espot, Spain | M4.6 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Jul 16, 2008 | 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France | M4.4 | 45 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2002 | 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France | M4.4 | 16 km | 4 km |
| Sep 30, 2004 | 6 km NE of Huarte-Uharte, Spain | M4.3 | 125 km | 2 km |
| Apr 20, 2013 | 3 km NNE of Adiós, Spain | M4.3 | 141 km | 0 km |
| Apr 1, 2010 | 8 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.3 | 25 km | 15 km |
| Feb 16, 1999 | 1 km N of Saint-Étienne-de-Baïgorry, France | M4.3 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 1996 | 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France | M4.3 | 44 km | 10 km |
| Apr 1, 1991 | 2 km S of Mauléon-Licharre, France | M4.2 | 81 km | 25 km |
| Feb 9, 2009 | 2 km SSE of Asson, France | M4.2 | 34 km | 3 km |
| Mar 13, 2000 | 7 km ESE of Saint-Palais, France | M4.2 | 90 km | 13 km |
| Jun 12, 1990 | 1 km E of Gan, France | M4.2 | 50 km | 12 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 2 km SE of Mont, France | M4.2 | 79 km | 2 km |
| Dec 12, 1996 | 5 km WSW of Tournay, France | M4.2 | 35 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 1990 | 15 km NNE of Oronz, Spain | M4.2 | 84 km | 29 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 4.4 in |
Luz-Saint-Sauveur has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 32°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (2.4").