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Weather & Climate in Vernaison, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Vernaison enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 261 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 35.0 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 584 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 584 ft (178 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,706/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6478°N, 4.8114°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
378 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Mar 12, 2022 | 3 km S of Faverges, France | M4.5 | 115 km | 3 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 132 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 58 km | 5 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 138 km | 2 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 | 142 km | 6 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 55 km | 3 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 140 km | 3 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 101 km | 11 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 102 km | 9 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 56 km | 12 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 68 km | 22 km |
| Jul 20, 1996 | 1 km NNE of La Balme-de-Sillingy, France | M3.7 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Feb 2, 2002 | 9 km SE of Valloire, France | M3.7 | 146 km | 1 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (144 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 144 km |
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
Vernaison has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 39°F in December to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (2.0").