Weather & Climate in Murat, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Murat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,979 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
60°F Jul (16°C)
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,979 ft (908 m) |
| Area | 7.8 sq mi (20.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 226/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.1101°N, 2.8686°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
246 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| May 9, 2022 | 5 km SW of Villebret, France | M4.2 | 126 km | 11 km |
| Aug 19, 2003 | 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France | M3.8 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Feb 18, 2002 | 6 km NW of Creissels, France | M3.7 | 110 km | 6 km |
| Aug 23, 2003 | 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France | M3.7 | 93 km | 10 km |
| Feb 1, 2008 | 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France | M3.6 | 105 km | 3 km |
| Jun 27, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France | M3.5 | 12 km | 10 km |
| Aug 19, 2003 | 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France | M3.5 | 96 km | 2 km |
| Apr 7, 1998 | 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France | M3.4 | 24 km | 2 km |
| Nov 5, 2001 | 2 km NW of Ambert, France | M3.4 | 83 km | 4 km |
| Jul 28, 1991 | 3 km SSE of Massiac, France | M3.3 | 31 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1992 | 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France | M3.3 | 21 km | 15 km |
| Jan 19, 1999 | 3 km SSW of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France | M3.3 | 99 km | 2 km |
| May 14, 1995 | 8 km WNW of Massiac, France | M3.2 | 27 km | 10 km |
| May 12, 1990 | 13 km SSE of Saint-Flour, France | M3.1 | 31 km | 10 km |
| Oct 19, 1995 | 5 km W of Montaigut, France | M3.1 | 120 km | 15 km |
| Sep 30, 1999 | 14 km SSE of Massiac, France | M3.1 | 30 km | 7 km |
| Aug 19, 2003 | 3 km NW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France | M3.1 | 95 km | 2 km |
| Apr 27, 1998 | 3 km NNW of Bozouls, France | M3.1 | 69 km | 2 km |
| Oct 26, 1991 | France | M3.1 | 40 km | 10 km |
| Jun 29, 1991 | 7 km SSE of Neussargues, France | M3.1 | 12 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 (74 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 74 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (1°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 38°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 3.0 in |
Murat has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 32°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (2.3").