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Weather & Climate in Vaulx-en-Velin, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Vaulx-en-Velin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 574 ft (175 m) |
| Area | 8.1 sq mi (21.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,634/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7869°N, 4.9251°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
380 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 85 km | 5 km |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 106 km | 3 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 87 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 1995 | 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland | M4.4 | 144 km | 6 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 128 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 96 km | 10 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 129 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 43 km | 5 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 49 km | 2 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 141 km | 6 km |
| Feb 14, 1990 | 4 km SE of Saint-Paul-en-Chablais, France | M4.0 | 148 km | 10 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 92 km | 11 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 43 km | 12 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 60 km | 22 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 136 km | 3 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 57 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 93 km | 9 km |
| Aug 6, 1995 | 7 km SSW of Vallorbe, Switzerland | M3.7 | 145 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 (152 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 152 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in |
Vaulx-en-Velin has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 40°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.1").