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Weather & Climate in Roussillon, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Roussillon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 261 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 35.0 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 712 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,800/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.3739°N, 4.8150°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
397 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 121 km | 3 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 124 km | 4 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 130 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 71 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 145 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 79 km | 5 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 133 km | 6 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 48 km | 2 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 109 km | 11 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 75 km | 12 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 110 km | 9 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 50 km | 3 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 137 km | 3 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 76 km | 22 km |
| Feb 2, 2002 | 9 km SE of Valloire, France | M3.7 | 137 km | 1 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 117 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 (150 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 150 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Roussillon has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 39°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (1.9").