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Weather & Climate in Plats, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Plats enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 296 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 34.7 inches. The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,558 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,558 ft (475 m) |
| Area | 6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 86/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0098°N, 4.7820°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
447 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 141 km | 3 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 85 km | 4 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 140 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 66 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Jan 7, 2013 | 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 149 km | 7 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 134 km | 6 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 73 km | 2 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 145 km | 3 km |
| Oct 3, 1997 | 7 km S of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M3.8 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 71 km | 3 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 110 km | 12 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 132 km | 11 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 103 km | 22 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 134 km | 9 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 72 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 (165 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 165 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
Plats has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 39°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (2.1").