Gelles, France
Rhône-Alpes · France
Gelles is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 1,032. Elevation: 2,815 ft (858 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°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 Gelles
For people with the surname, see Gelles (surname).
People
Climate
| Population | 1,032 |
| Population Density | 110 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,815 ft (858 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.7695°, 2.7631° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Rhône-Alpes |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.9 inches (784 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.1 inches (20 cm) |
About Gelles
Gelles is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 1,032. The city sits at an elevation of 2,815 feet (858 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Climate in Gelles
Gelles has an average annual temperature of 12.1°C (54°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.6°C), the coldest is Jan (4.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 567 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.3°F |
| 1% below France avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,815 ft (858 m) |
| Area | 9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 110/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.7695°N, 2.7631°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (16 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 16 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 35°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.5 in |
Gelles has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 35°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.7") and March the driest (2.0").
Schools in Gelles
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École maternelle Lavergne | - | - | - | - |
| Maison Familiale Rurale de Gelles | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire publique | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gelles
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| NRJ Clermont | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Maxi France radio | chansons françaises, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jazz Manouche | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sun Radio Bar | deep, groove | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Campus Clermont-Ferrand | culture, electronic | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Gelles
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espace Temple de Mercure | ||||
| Fontaines Pétrifiantes | ||||
| Grottes du Mont Cornadore | ||||
| Maison du Saint-Nectaire | ||||
| Maison Garenne | ||||
| Manoir de Veygoux | ||||
| Minérail | ||||
| Musée citoyen des arts verriers | ||||
| Musée de l'Ecole Rurale | ||||
| Musée des Peintres de l'École de Murol | ||||
| Musée La Ruche des Puys | ||||
| Scénomusée Grange de Julien | ||||
| Scénomusée la Toinette et Julien | ||||
| Scénomusée la Toinette et Julien |
Libraries in Gelles
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque de Larodde | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque L'Écume des Jours | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque relais | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace culturel Joseph Forêt | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque d'Olby | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque L'Oiseau Lyre | 0.0 | |||||
| Pôle de lecture du Sancy (Médiathèque) | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gelles
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché couvert |
Castles in Gelles
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Gelles
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gelles
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie des Montagnes | ||||
| Dark Lab | ||||
| L'Artense |
Ski Resorts Near Gelles
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Lioran | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Le Grand Sancy | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Chastreix | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Gelles
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airport | CFE | Large Airport |
| Montluçon-Guéret Airport | MCU | Medium Airport |
| Vichy-Charmeil Airport | VHY | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome d'Égletons | - | Small Airport |
| Aubiat Sardon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Banelle Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Base ULM La Bouble | - | Small Airport |
| Bort-l'Étang Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brioude Beaumont Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Charbonnières les Vieilles Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Évaux Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grand Prouilhat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Issoire-Le Broc Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Jayet Gannat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mazeyrat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Montluçon-Domérat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pérols sur Vézère Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Peyrelevade Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sailles Saint-Nectaire Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Priest des Champs Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Fargeol Les Fougères Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Flour-Coltines Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Gal-sur-Sioule Les Tabarias Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Julien Sancy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tinhlat Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ussel-Thalamy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Veauce Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Verneugheol Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Verneuil en Bourbonnais | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gelles
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| La Poste |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gelles
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle | |
| Chapelle Saint-Cosne | |
| Église de la Nativité-de-Saint-Jean-Baptiste | |
| Église Saint-Antoine-de-Padoue | |
| Église Saint-Georges | |
| Église Saint-Jean | |
| Église Sainte-Anne | |
| Église Sainte-Marguerite | |
| Église Saints-Cosme-et-Damien |
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Waterfalls Near Gelles
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Gelles.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Cascade de Say |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gelles
What is the population of Gelles?
Gelles has a population of 1,032 residents and is located in France. The population density is 110 people per square mile, spread across 9.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Gelles?
Gelles has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches, with 8.1 inches of snow.
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