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Weather & Climate in Sainte-Hélène, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sainte-Hélène experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 269 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 37.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
67°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 54.7°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 144 ft (44 m) |
| Area | 10.2 sq mi (26.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 189/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9654°N, 0.8842°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
103 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.2.
| Apr 18, 2005 | 1 km SSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M5.2 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 2023 | 5 km WNW of Mauzé-sur-le-Mignon, France | M4.8 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Mar 20, 2019 | 5 km NNE of Montendre, France | M4.5 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Sep 28, 2010 | 9 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M4.2 | 118 km | 2 km |
| Apr 4, 2005 | 9 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M4.2 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Jun 25, 2001 | 10 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M4.2 | 112 km | 2 km |
| Feb 23, 2000 | 5 km SW of Mareuil, France | M4.1 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Dec 1, 1996 | 5 km SSW of Aigre, France | M3.9 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Jun 17, 2023 | 2 km WSW of Marans, France | M3.9 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Apr 28, 2016 | 6 km WSW of Châtelaillon-Plage, France | M3.9 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Mar 6, 2013 | 0 km E of Ars-en-Ré, France | M3.9 | 147 km | 2 km |
| Apr 4, 2005 | 7 km W of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M3.7 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Nov 16, 1991 | 2 km NNW of Chasseneuil-sur-Bonnieure, France | M3.5 | 141 km | 11 km |
| Jan 22, 2006 | 46 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M3.4 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Jan 31, 2005 | 4 km SE of Mareuil, France | M3.4 | 120 km | 2 km |
| Dec 9, 1994 | 11 km NE of Jonzac, France | M3.3 | 75 km | 13 km |
| Jun 21, 2004 | 10 km SSW of Chef-Boutonne, France | M3.3 | 132 km | 3 km |
| Jan 13, 2001 | 51 km W of Les Mathes, France | M3.3 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Apr 18, 2005 | 5 km WNW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M3.3 | 117 km | 3 km |
| Jul 16, 2002 | 65 km WSW of Saint-Pierre-d'Oléron, France | M3.3 | 115 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 4.1 in |
Sainte-Hélène has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 43°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (1.8").