Weather & Climate in Montans, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Montans enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 499 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 499 ft (152 m) |
| Area | 19.7 sq mi (50.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8670°N, 1.8857°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
235 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.7.
| Feb 18, 1996 | 3 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.7 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.6 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 1996 | 4 km NNE of Leucate, France | M3.9 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 6 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Feb 19, 1996 | 7 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.8 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2004 | 11 km SW of Saint-Girons, France | M3.8 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Dec 16, 1996 | 9 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.8 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jun 5, 1997 | 10 km S of Quillan, France | M3.8 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Feb 20, 1996 | 8 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.8 | 125 km | 10 km |
| May 25, 1994 | 3 km NNE of Lézignan-Corbières, France | M3.7 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Feb 7, 2006 | 1 km ESE of Pas de la Casa, Andorra | M3.7 | 148 km | 2 km |
| Jan 15, 2005 | 7 km ESE of Les, Spain | M3.7 | 149 km | 11 km |
| Feb 18, 2002 | 6 km NW of Creissels, France | M3.7 | 94 km | 6 km |
| Mar 28, 1996 | 8 km NW of Estagel, France | M3.6 | 130 km | 10 km |
| May 8, 2006 | 7 km WSW of Quillan, France | M3.6 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Feb 12, 1997 | 11 km NW of Ria-Sirach, France | M3.5 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jun 6, 1993 | 4 km ESE of Limoux, France | M3.5 | 98 km | 14 km |
| Oct 3, 2003 | 17 km SW of Quillan, France | M3.5 | 125 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (196 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 196 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in |
Montans has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 41°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (1.6").