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Weather & Climate in Poitiers, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Poitiers enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 387 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 247 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Area | 16.3 sq mi (42.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,287/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.5826°N, 0.3435°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
324 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.2.
| Apr 18, 2005 | 1 km SSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M5.2 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Jun 8, 2001 | France | M5.0 | 103 km | 12 km |
| Jun 16, 2023 | 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France | M4.8 | 92 km | 5 km |
| Mar 20, 2019 | 5 km NNE of Montendre, France | M4.5 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Jan 12, 1997 | 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France | M4.3 | 104 km | 10 km |
| May 2, 2016 | 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France | M4.2 | 55 km | 2 km |
| Dec 6, 1991 | 2 km S of Bourgueil, France | M4.2 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France | M4.2 | 87 km | 3 km |
| Mar 14, 2002 | 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France | M4.1 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Feb 23, 2000 | 5 km SW of Mareuil, France | M4.1 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Feb 12, 2018 | 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France | M4.1 | 90 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 2003 | 5 km NE of Vix, France | M4.1 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2019 | 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France | M4.0 | 93 km | 8 km |
| Jul 25, 2010 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France | M4.0 | 22 km | 2 km |
| Jun 17, 2023 | 2 km WSW of Marans, France | M3.9 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Dec 1, 1996 | 5 km SSW of Aigre, France | M3.9 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Apr 28, 2016 | 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France | M3.9 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Mar 6, 2013 | 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France | M3.9 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Apr 5, 2001 | 2 km ENE of Melle, France | M3.9 | 52 km | 1 km |
| Jul 22, 2007 | 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France | M3.9 | 142 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest, Wettest |
Poitiers has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 42°F in December to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (1.7").