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Weather & Climate in Saint-Ambroix, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Saint-Ambroix enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 489 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 489 ft (149 m) |
| Area | 9.6 sq mi (24.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 369/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.2606°N, 4.1982°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
436 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 17 km | 4 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 2002 | 6 km NW of Creissels, France | M3.7 | 96 km | 6 km |
| Jan 1, 1993 | 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France | M3.6 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Oct 30, 1998 | 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.6 | 138 km | 1 km |
| Feb 21, 1993 | 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France | M3.5 | 146 km | 9 km |
| Jun 27, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France | M3.5 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Apr 5, 2000 | 1 km W of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, France | M3.4 | 150 km | 2 km |
| Jan 28, 1992 | 19 km SSW of Sausset-les-Pins, France | M3.4 | 140 km | 12 km |
| Sep 11, 1998 | 1 km NE of Plan-de-Cuques, France | M3.4 | 144 km | 1 km |
| Apr 7, 1998 | 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France | M3.4 | 125 km | 2 km |
| May 22, 1992 | 7 km SE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France | M3.3 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Feb 3, 1999 | 0 km WNW of Allières-et-Risset, France | M3.3 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Mar 5, 1997 | 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.3 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Jan 14, 1998 | 1 km E of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.3 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jul 28, 1991 | 3 km SSE of Massiac, France | M3.3 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jun 19, 1991 | 2 km NNE of Pourrières, France | M3.3 | 148 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 1998 | 3 km S of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.3 | 138 km | 1 km |
| Oct 28, 1992 | 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France | M3.3 | 122 km | 15 km |
| Apr 1, 1993 | 3 km SSE of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.2 | 139 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2004 | MARSEILLES | Meteorological | — | — | 142 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (194 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 194 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 60°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in |
Saint-Ambroix has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (1.4").