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Weather & Climate in Saint-Benoît-la-Forêt, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Saint-Benoît-la-Forêt enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. The area receives 2.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 322 ft (98 m) |
| Area | 13.6 sq mi (35.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2230°N, 0.3227°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
297 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Jun 8, 2001 | France | M5.0 | 116 km | 12 km |
| Jun 16, 2023 | 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France | M4.8 | 138 km | 5 km |
| Jan 12, 1997 | 2 km E of Sainte-Hermine, France | M4.3 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Dec 6, 1991 | 2 km S of Bourgueil, France | M4.2 | 12 km | 10 km |
| May 2, 2016 | 6 km SE of L'Île-Bouchard, France | M4.2 | 20 km | 2 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Fontenay-le-Comte, France | M4.2 | 118 km | 3 km |
| Feb 12, 2018 | 3 km SSE of La Meilleraie-Tillay, France | M4.1 | 104 km | 5 km |
| Mar 14, 2002 | 2 km WSW of Chantonnay, France | M4.1 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Feb 14, 2003 | 5 km NE of Vix, France | M4.1 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jun 21, 2019 | 2 km WSW of Vihiers, France | M4.0 | 68 km | 8 km |
| Jul 25, 2010 | 5 km ENE of Saint-Maurice-la-Clouère, France | M4.0 | 92 km | 2 km |
| Jun 17, 2023 | 2 km WSW of Marans, France | M3.9 | 145 km | 5 km |
| Jul 22, 2007 | 1 km SE of Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France | M3.9 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Apr 5, 2001 | 2 km ENE of Melle, France | M3.9 | 115 km | 1 km |
| Oct 3, 1999 | 11 km W of Écueillé, France | M3.8 | 68 km | 2 km |
| Dec 12, 1993 | 5 km NNW of Argenton-les-Vallées, France | M3.8 | 64 km | 17 km |
| Jan 25, 1993 | 7 km SSE of Souesmes, France | M3.8 | 145 km | 18 km |
| Jun 24, 1995 | 1 km SE of Andouillé, France | M3.7 | 133 km | 5 km |
| May 5, 2003 | 1 km N of Torfou, France | M3.7 | 111 km | 3 km |
| Jan 14, 1992 | 1 km SW of Saint-Gervais-les-Trois-Clochers, France | M3.7 | 37 km | 20 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
Saint-Benoît-la-Forêt has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 42°F in February to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (1.6").