Weather & Climate in Olot, Spain
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Olot enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.5 inches. The area receives 7.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,437 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,437 ft (438 m) |
| Area | 13.2 sq mi (34.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,232/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1810°N, 2.4901°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
503 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 | 72 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.6 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 11 km W of Espot, Spain | M4.6 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 2004 | 7 km E of Camprodon, Spain | M4.5 | 14 km | 2 km |
| Mar 19, 1992 | 3 km SW of Campdevànol, Spain | M4.5 | 30 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 2003 | 4 km E of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.4 | 26 km | 8 km |
| Dec 15, 1991 | 34 km SSE of Castelldefels, Spain | M4.4 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jul 22, 2008 | 3 km NW of les Planes d'Hostoles, Spain | M4.3 | 12 km | 5 km |
| Jun 1, 2004 | 5 km NW of Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Spain | M4.2 | 23 km | 5 km |
| Sep 26, 1994 | 26 km SSE of Canet de Mar, Spain | M4.2 | 93 km | 33 km |
| Aug 8, 2007 | 3 km NE of Piera, Spain | M4.1 | 92 km | 1 km |
| Sep 23, 2004 | 4 km NNW of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.0 | 33 km | 4 km |
| Sep 17, 1994 | 22 km SSE of Arenys de Mar, Spain | M4.0 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Feb 3, 2004 | 14 km SSE of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 143 km | 3 km |
| Feb 1, 2022 | 7 km ESE of Farrera, Spain | M4.0 | 99 km | 6 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 73 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 6 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 1996 | 4 km NNE of Leucate, France | M3.9 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Jun 2, 2001 | 5 km ENE of Bagà, Spain | M3.9 | 48 km | 5 km |
| Jul 18, 2004 | 11 km SW of Saint-Girons, France | M3.8 | 144 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (4 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 4 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in |
Olot has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 41°F in February to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.9").