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Weather & Climate in Saint-Genis-Laval, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Saint-Genis-Laval 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 787 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 | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Area | 5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6954°N, 4.7932°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
372 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 116 km | 3 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 98 km | 5 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 135 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 94 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 139 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 57 km | 5 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 52 km | 2 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 145 km | 6 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 102 km | 11 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 143 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 103 km | 9 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 59 km | 3 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 69 km | 22 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 55 km | 12 km |
| Feb 2, 2002 | 9 km SE of Valloire, France | M3.7 | 150 km | 1 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 53 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Aug 28, 1999 | 4 km NNE of Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne, France | M3.6 | 140 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (142 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 142 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 62°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Saint-Genis-Laval has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 39°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (2.0").