Weather & Climate in Saint-Élix-le-Château, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Saint-Élix-le-Château 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 33.4 inches. The area receives 1.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 57.6°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Area | 12.5 sq mi (32.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2793°N, 1.1391°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,093 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| May 16, 2002 | 6 km NW of Cauterets, France | M4.8 | 113 km | 3 km |
| Dec 30, 2012 | 1 km N of Coarraze, France | M4.8 | 112 km | 2 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 3 km NE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.7 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 7 km ENE of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M4.6 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 2023 | 11 km W of Espot, Spain | M4.6 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Jan 21, 2003 | 5 km NE of Louvie-Juzon, France | M4.6 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Mar 19, 1992 | 3 km SW of Campdevànol, Spain | M4.5 | 145 km | 10 km |
| May 16, 2002 | 6 km W of Pierrefitte-Nestalas, France | M4.4 | 111 km | 4 km |
| Oct 4, 1999 | 12 km N of Bagnères-de-Luchon, France | M4.4 | 61 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 2003 | 4 km E of Ribes de Freser, Spain | M4.4 | 140 km | 8 km |
| Jul 16, 2008 | 4 km SSW of Bosdarros, France | M4.4 | 123 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 1996 | 3 km SE of Bosdarros, France | M4.3 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Apr 1, 2010 | 8 km ESE of Campan, France | M4.3 | 78 km | 15 km |
| Jun 1, 2004 | 5 km NW of Sant Joan de les Abadesses, Spain | M4.2 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Feb 9, 2009 | 2 km SSE of Asson, France | M4.2 | 114 km | 3 km |
| Jun 12, 1990 | 1 km E of Gan, France | M4.2 | 122 km | 12 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 2 km SE of Mont, France | M4.2 | 144 km | 2 km |
| Dec 12, 1996 | 5 km WSW of Tournay, France | M4.2 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Nov 2, 1990 | 4 km NNW of Ogeu-les-Bains, France | M4.1 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Dec 4, 1997 | 8 km SE of Amou, France | M4.1 | 149 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Olot Volcanic Field (168 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Olot Volcanic Field | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 893 m (2,930 ft) | Unknown | 168 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 51°F (10°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in |
Saint-Élix-le-Château has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 41°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (2.2").