Weather & Climate in Roques, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Roques enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 515 ft (157 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,441/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5010°N, 1.3714°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
795 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Dec 30, 2012 | 1 km N of Coarraze, France | M4.8 | 135 km | 2 km |
| May 16, 2002 | 6 km NW of Cauterets, France | M4.8 | 140 km | 3 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 3 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.7 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jan 21, 2003 | 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France | M4.6 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.6 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 11 km W of Espot, Spain | M4.6 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Jul 16, 2008 | 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France | M4.4 | 146 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2002 | 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France | M4.4 | 138 km | 4 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Jan 6, 1996 | 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France | M4.3 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Apr 1, 2010 | 8 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.3 | 107 km | 15 km |
| Feb 9, 2009 | 2 km SSE of Asson, France | M4.2 | 138 km | 3 km |
| Jun 12, 1990 | 1 km E of Gan, France | M4.2 | 144 km | 12 km |
| Dec 12, 1996 | 5 km WSW of Tournay, France | M4.2 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jan 5, 2013 | 5 km SW of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, France | M4.1 | 137 km | 2 km |
| Oct 16, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Ossun, France | M4.1 | 118 km | 28 km |
| May 3, 2008 | 6 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.1 | 107 km | 4 km |
| Feb 12, 1995 | 1 km N of Soumoulou, France | M4.1 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Oct 3, 1996 | 2 km WNW of Saint-Pé-de-Bigorre, France | M4.1 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 2002 | 3 km NE of Arudy, France | M4.1 | 149 km | 4 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (176 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 176 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 44°F (6°C) | 2.1 in |
Roques has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 42°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (1.7").