Weather & Climate in Saulieu, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Saulieu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. The area receives 5.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,762 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
64°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,762 ft (537 m) |
| Area | 11.0 sq mi (28.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 275/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2802°N, 4.2286°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
81 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Jul 4, 1991 | 14 km ESE of Selongey, France | M3.7 | 90 km | 9 km |
| Aug 6, 1997 | 5 km NNE of Bletterans, France | M3.6 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2002 | 7 km NW of Beaujeu, France | M3.5 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Aug 1, 2006 | 7 km ESE of Beaune, France | M3.4 | 62 km | 14 km |
| Jul 25, 2002 | 6 km NW of Beaujeu, France | M3.4 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 1991 | 8 km S of Poligny, France | M3.3 | 125 km | 4 km |
| Oct 25, 1991 | 4 km NW of Savigny-lès-Beaune, France | M3.2 | 46 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 1991 | 9 km ESE of Val-de-Meuse, France | M3.2 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Mar 19, 2001 | 3 km NE of Novillars, France | M3.2 | 145 km | 3 km |
| Aug 1, 1999 | 1 km SSW of Perrecy-les-Forges, France | M3.1 | 76 km | 12 km |
| Feb 21, 1991 | 2 km NNW of Buxières-les-Mines, France | M3.0 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Nov 7, 1990 | 7 km ESE of Cérilly, France | M3.0 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jan 2, 1998 | 2 km ENE of Guérigny, France | M3.0 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 1991 | 4 km N of Buxières-les-Mines, France | M2.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 1991 | 6 km N of Buxières-les-Mines, France | M2.9 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Mar 2, 1999 | 10 km WSW of Sancoins, France | M2.9 | 121 km | 7 km |
| Jan 23, 1996 | 9 km NE of Mirebeau-sur-Bèze, France | M2.9 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1998 | 0 km SSW of Beure, France | M2.9 | 134 km | 2 km |
| Jun 28, 2006 | 2 km NNW of Buxy, France | M2.9 | 70 km | 14 km |
| Sep 25, 2003 | 9 km SSW of Champagnole, France | M2.9 | 141 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 (193 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 193 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 40°F (5°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in |
Saulieu has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 34°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and March the driest (2.4").