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Weather & Climate in Villeurbanne, France
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Villeurbanne 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 581 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 | 581 ft (177 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 23,430/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7660°N, 4.8795°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
374 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 | 109 km | 3 km |
| Jul 15, 1996 | 3 km NE of Chilly, France | M4.5 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Dec 14, 1994 | 7 km SSE of Amancy, France | M4.5 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 1996 | 4 km W of Choisy, France | M4.4 | 91 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 1995 | 7 km NE of Le Chenit, Switzerland | M4.4 | 148 km | 6 km |
| Jun 30, 2010 | 3 km NW of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M4.3 | 130 km | 2 km |
| Jan 11, 1999 | 2 km W of Saint-Paul-de-Varces, France | M4.2 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2006 | 1 km S of Saint-Rambert-en-Bugey, France | M4.1 | 47 km | 5 km |
| May 30, 2001 | 6 km N of Beaufort, France | M4.1 | 132 km | 2 km |
| May 25, 2003 | 4 km ESE of Valloire, France | M4.0 | 143 km | 6 km |
| Sep 13, 1999 | 1 km NE of Biol, France | M4.0 | 50 km | 2 km |
| May 15, 1997 | 4 km WNW of Modane, France | M3.9 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Feb 3, 1994 | 6 km WSW of Yenne, France | M3.8 | 63 km | 22 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 95 km | 11 km |
| Jan 28, 2004 | 2 km ESE of Châbons, France | M3.8 | 58 km | 3 km |
| Apr 10, 2005 | 5 km ESE of Saint-Martin-de-Belleville, France | M3.8 | 139 km | 3 km |
| Dec 28, 1992 | 3 km NE of Villebois, France | M3.8 | 47 km | 12 km |
| Sep 4, 1995 | 5 km SE of Gruffy, France | M3.8 | 96 km | 9 km |
| Aug 6, 1995 | 7 km SSW of Vallorbe, Switzerland | M3.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 2004 | 1 km E of Biol, France | M3.7 | 51 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 (148 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 148 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 |
Villeurbanne 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").