Weather & Climate in Pure, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pure experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.2 inches. The area receives 6.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 614 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 614 ft (187 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 227/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.6739°N, 5.1756°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
694 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Feb 23, 2008 | 3 km ENE of Saarwellingen, Germany | M4.5 | 125 km | 2 km |
| Jun 20, 1995 | 1 km N of Ghlin, Belgium | M4.3 | 128 km | 20 km |
| Apr 14, 1992 | 2 km SSE of Vaals, Netherlands | M4.3 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2001 | Germany | M4.2 | 136 km | 1 km |
| Jan 3, 2008 | 2 km ENE of Saarwellingen, Germany | M4.1 | 125 km | 1 km |
| Aug 29, 1992 | 4 km SSE of Cousolre, France | M4.1 | 93 km | 18 km |
| Jun 23, 2001 | 1 km SW of Ulestraten, Netherlands | M4.0 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Sep 11, 1999 | 4 km SSE of Britten, Germany | M4.0 | 111 km | 2 km |
| Jun 14, 2000 | 4 km ESE of Kédange-sur-Canner, France | M4.0 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Mar 17, 2002 | 1 km SE of Stolberg, Germany | M4.0 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jan 5, 1998 | 1 km WSW of Morsbach, France | M3.9 | 134 km | 11 km |
| Aug 26, 1992 | 2 km WSW of Rance, Belgium | M3.9 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Feb 13, 2005 | 4 km NW of Heusweiler, Germany | M3.9 | 128 km | 1 km |
| Jan 26, 2008 | 2 km NE of Saarwellingen, Germany | M3.9 | 124 km | 1 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 5 km NW of Stoumont, Belgium | M3.9 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 2006 | 1 km ESE of Nalbach, Germany | M3.9 | 122 km | 1 km |
| Sep 25, 2001 | 2 km WNW of Nalbach, Germany | M3.9 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Jul 20, 2005 | 3 km S of Lebach, Germany | M3.9 | 129 km | 1 km |
| Mar 7, 2001 | Belgium | M3.8 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jul 13, 2008 | 0 km ESE of Court-Saint-Étienne, Belgium | M3.8 | 115 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (132 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 132 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
Pure has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 34°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (2.6").