Carcans, France
Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France
Carcans is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 2,415. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Carcans
Carcans is a commune in the Gironde department, administrative region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,415 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.0785°, -1.0448° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.2 inches (919 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Carcans
Carcans is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 2,415. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above France avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 67.7 sq mi (175.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.0785°N, 1.0448°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 49°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 49°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in |
Carcans has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 43°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (1.7").
Schools in Carcans
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire privée Res'paix | - | - | - | - |
| École secondaire privée Res'paix de Carcans | - | - | - | - |
| École Pierre Vigneau | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Carcans
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ola Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| France Bleu Gironde | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Airzen Radio | - | AAC | |
| Radio Dunes | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| RCF Bordeaux | christian | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wit FM 2000 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ATLANTICA RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Carcans
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maison des Arts et Traditions Populaires | ||||
| Musée de la Gare | ||||
| Musée de la Mémoire Canaulaise | ||||
| Musée de la Tonnellerie | ||||
| Musée du Souvenir – Maison du Combattant | ||||
| Palais du Costume Mazarin | ||||
| Petit Musée des Automates |
Libraries in Carcans
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque CdC Coeur du Médoc | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque de Saint-Laurent | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Pour Tous | 0.0 | |||||
| Ludo-Médiathèque Lacanau-Ville | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Carcans
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les halles de la Gaïté | |||||
| Marché Dominical | |||||
| Marché dominical | |||||
| Marché Marian |
Cafes in Carcans
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Carcans
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Carcans
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Carcans
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Carcans
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Carcans
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nauera |
Airports Near Carcans
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport | BOD | Large Airport |
| Aérodrome d'Arcachon-La Teste-de-Buch | - | Medium Airport |
| Cazaux (BA 120) Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Cognac-Châteaubernard (BA 709) Air Base | CNG | Medium Airport |
| Royan-Médis Airport | RYN | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome d'Andernos | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Bordeaux-Léognan-Saucats | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Jonzac Neulles | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Marennes - Le Bournet | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Montendre-Marcillac | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Vendays-Montalivet | - | Small Airport |
| Arvert Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Biscarrosse Parentis airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bordeaux Yvrac Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cabanac et Villagrains Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cestas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Château Vénus Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corme Ecluse Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jarnac Champagne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lesparre St Laurent Medoc Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pons Avy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Estèphe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sainte Hélène Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saintes Thénac Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Soulac Sur Mer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| ulm air estuaire Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Vol d'Oiseau Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Carcans
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Carcans | |
| Poste Annexe | |
| Relais Poste |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carcans
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Paix | |
| Église Saint-Martin | |
| Église Saint-Sébastien |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Carcans?
Carcans has a population of 2,415 residents and is located in France. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 67.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Carcans?
Carcans has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 36.2 inches.
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