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Weather & Climate in Varen, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Varen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 262 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 34.0 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 505 ft (154 m) |
| Area | 20.8 sq mi (53.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 39/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.1582°N, 1.8935°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
129 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Feb 18, 2002 | 6 km NW of Creissels, France | M3.7 | 89 km | 6 km |
| May 25, 1994 | 3 km NNE of Lézignan-Corbières, France | M3.7 | 125 km | 10 km |
| May 8, 2006 | 7 km WSW of Quillan, France | M3.6 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jun 27, 1991 | 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France | M3.5 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jun 6, 1993 | 4 km ESE of Limoux, France | M3.5 | 128 km | 14 km |
| Mar 13, 2001 | 6 km SE of Quillan, France | M3.4 | 150 km | 2 km |
| Apr 7, 1998 | 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France | M3.4 | 115 km | 2 km |
| Oct 28, 1992 | 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France | M3.3 | 124 km | 15 km |
| Sep 21, 2001 | 4 km NNE of Portet-sur-Garonne, France | M3.3 | 77 km | 0 km |
| Jun 15, 1994 | 6 km NW of Quillan, France | M3.3 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Nov 24, 1993 | 4 km SE of Bélesta, France | M3.3 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jan 7, 1993 | 16 km ENE of Couiza, France | M3.2 | 139 km | 5 km |
| Oct 26, 1991 | France | M3.1 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Jul 3, 1991 | 4 km ESE of Vergt, France | M3.1 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jun 15, 1994 | 9 km W of Quillan, France | M3.1 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Jun 29, 1991 | 7 km SSE of Neussargues, France | M3.1 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Aug 16, 1998 | 9 km N of Saint-Paul-de-Fenouillet, France | M3.1 | 148 km | 2 km |
| Jul 23, 2004 | 5 km W of Quillan, France | M3.1 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jun 15, 1994 | 4 km NW of Quillan, France | M3.1 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Apr 27, 1998 | 3 km NNW of Bozouls, France | M3.1 | 75 km | 2 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (199 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 199 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 2.6 in |
Varen has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 41°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (1.7").