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Weather & Climate in Pierrelatte, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pierrelatte enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 307 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 35.9 inches. The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 19.1 sq mi (49.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 663/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3755°N, 4.7031°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
526 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 31, 1997 | 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M4.8 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 26 km | 4 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 137 km | 2 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 132 km | 3 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.8 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Nov 6, 1997 | 13 km WNW of Barcelonnette, France | M3.7 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 2002 | 6 km NW of Creissels, France | M3.7 | 138 km | 6 km |
| Oct 30, 1998 | 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.6 | 122 km | 1 km |
| Oct 31, 1997 | 14 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.6 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1993 | 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France | M3.6 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Nov 24, 1994 | 9 km WNW of Castellane, France | M3.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Feb 21, 1993 | 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France | M3.5 | 119 km | 9 km |
| Sep 8, 1995 | 1 km NW of Crolles, France | M3.5 | 137 km | 5 km |
| Apr 19, 1990 | 14 km ESE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.4 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jan 28, 1992 | 19 km SSW of Sausset-les-Pins, France | M3.4 | 138 km | 12 km |
| Sep 11, 1998 | 1 km NE of Plan-de-Cuques, France | M3.4 | 129 km | 1 km |
| Jun 27, 1994 | 11 km NE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.4 | 138 km | 17 km |
| Apr 5, 2000 | 1 km W of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, France | M3.4 | 129 km | 2 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 | — | — | 131 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 2.7 in |
Pierrelatte has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 41°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.3") and July the driest (1.6").