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Weather & Climate in Vallon-Pont-d'Arc, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Vallon-Pont-d'Arc enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 307 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 35.9 inches. The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 364 ft (111 m) |
| Area | 11.1 sq mi (28.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 212/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4069°N, 4.3937°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
485 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Aug 3, 2011 | 4 km ESE of Barjac, France | M4.3 | 12 km | 4 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 122 km | 10 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 145 km | 2 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 142 km | 3 km |
| Feb 18, 2002 | 6 km NW of Creissels, France | M3.7 | 115 km | 6 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Oct 30, 1998 | 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.6 | 139 km | 1 km |
| Jan 1, 1993 | 7 km NE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France | M3.6 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Feb 21, 1993 | 9 km NNE of Beaurepaire, France | M3.5 | 125 km | 9 km |
| Jun 27, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France | M3.5 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Apr 5, 2000 | 1 km W of Saint-Romain-en-Gal, France | M3.4 | 130 km | 2 km |
| Sep 11, 1998 | 1 km NE of Plan-de-Cuques, France | M3.4 | 145 km | 1 km |
| Nov 5, 2001 | 2 km NW of Ambert, France | M3.4 | 140 km | 4 km |
| Apr 7, 1998 | 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France | M3.4 | 130 km | 2 km |
| Jan 28, 1992 | 19 km SSW of Sausset-les-Pins, France | M3.4 | 148 km | 12 km |
| May 27, 1998 | 3 km S of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.3 | 139 km | 1 km |
| Oct 28, 1992 | 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France | M3.3 | 125 km | 15 km |
| Jul 28, 1991 | 3 km SSE of Massiac, France | M3.3 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Mar 5, 1997 | 2 km ESE of Simiane-Collongue, France | M3.3 | 140 km | 5 km |
| May 22, 1992 | 7 km SE of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, France | M3.3 | 111 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2004 | MARSEILLES | Meteorological | — | — | 146 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (189 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 189 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 1.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 2.6 in |
Vallon-Pont-d'Arc has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 41°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (1.6").