Weather & Climate in Rabastens, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rabastens enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. The area receives 4.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Area | 25.6 sq mi (66.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 229/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8251°N, 1.7238°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
283 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 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.6 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Dec 12, 1996 | 5 km WSW of Tournay, France | M4.2 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jul 2, 1997 | 5 km W of Vielha, Spain | M4.0 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Apr 17, 2023 | 11 km SSW of La Barthe-de-Neste, France | M4.0 | 146 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 1993 | 4 km NNE of Pouzac, France | M4.0 | 149 km | 20 km |
| Jan 18, 1992 | 0 km S of Horgues, France | M3.9 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Mar 29, 1996 | 4 km NNE of Leucate, France | M3.9 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Feb 4, 1997 | 4 km WSW of Capvern, France | M3.9 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 6 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Feb 16, 2007 | 5 km ENE of Pouzac, France | M3.8 | 147 km | 4 km |
| Jul 18, 2004 | 11 km SW of Saint-Girons, France | M3.8 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Dec 16, 1996 | 9 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.8 | 127 km | 5 km |
| Nov 17, 1993 | 0 km WNW of Tournay, France | M3.8 | 140 km | 18 km |
| Feb 19, 1996 | 7 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.8 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Feb 20, 1996 | 8 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.8 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Jun 5, 1997 | 10 km S of Quillan, France | M3.8 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Jan 15, 2005 | 7 km ESE of Les, Spain | M3.7 | 138 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (195 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in |
Rabastens has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (1.6").