Weather & Climate in Valence, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Valence enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. The area receives 4.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 413 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 413 ft (126 m) |
| Area | 14.2 sq mi (36.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,549/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9256°N, 4.9096°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
569 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Oct 31, 1997 | 12 km SE of Seyne-les-Alpes, France | M4.8 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Apr 7, 2014 | 7 km SE of Guillestre, France | M4.8 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Feb 11, 1991 | 5 km ESE of Briançon, France | M4.6 | 142 km | 14 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 139 km | 3 km |
| Mar 2, 2012 | 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France | M4.5 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 147 km | 5 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 134 km | 2 km |
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 81 km | 4 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 2012 | 13 km ESE of Embrun, France | M4.2 | 145 km | 2 km |
| Jul 14, 2014 | 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France | M4.1 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Jan 7, 2013 | 7 km SE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 137 km | 7 km |
| Feb 27, 2012 | 8 km NNW of Jausiers, France | M4.1 | 149 km | 0 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Feb 18, 1996 | 13 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Queyrières, France | M4.1 | 146 km | 5 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 126 km | 6 km |
| Jun 22, 2014 | 7 km NNW of Jausiers, France | M4.0 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 75 km | 2 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 138 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (179 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 179 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 47°F (9°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
Valence has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 41°F in December to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (2.0").