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Weather & Climate in Sainte-Colombe, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sainte-Colombe 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 522 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 | 522 ft (159 m) |
| Area | 8.8 sq mi (22.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 222/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.5253°N, 4.8666°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
387 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 | 112 km | 3 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 126 km | 2 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 141 km | 4 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 77 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 136 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 63 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 | 42 km | 2 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 60 km | 12 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 47 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 100 km | 11 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 66 km | 22 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 101 km | 9 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 134 km | 3 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 42 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 105 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) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Sainte-Colombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 39°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (2.1").