Le Dorat, France
Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France
Le Dorat is a small town in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France with a population of 1,529. Elevation: 738 ft (225 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 Le Dorat
Le Dorat is a commune in the Haute-Vienne department in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region in western France. It is considered to be the traditional capital of the Basse Marche. Inhabitants are known as Dorachons. Some say that Le Dorat owes its name to the gilded angel located at the summit of the "Lou Dora" bell tower.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,529 |
| Population Density | 167 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 738 ft (225 m) |
| Coordinates | 46.2145°, 1.0816° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.5 inches (1,307 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.1 inches (8 cm) |
About Le Dorat
Le Dorat is a small town in France (Nouvelle-Aquitaine) with a population of 1,529. The city sits at an elevation of 738 feet (225 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above France avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 738 ft (225 m) |
| Area | 9.2 sq mi (23.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 167/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.2145°N, 1.0816°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (154 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chaine des Puys | Lava dome(s) | 1,464 m (4,803 ft) | -4040 | 154 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
Le Dorat has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 40°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (2.2").
Schools in Le Dorat
5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée professionnel George Sand | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire privée Sainte-Marie | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Pierre Robert | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Le Dorat | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire publique | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Le Dorat
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swing FM | blues, gospel | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Echo des Choucas (REC) | french chansons, french music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Dynamo | - | AAC 96 kbps |
Museums in Le Dorat
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cité de l'Écrit et des Métiers du Livre | ||||
| École communale | ||||
| Ecomusée du Montmorillonnais | ||||
| Four à Pain | ||||
| Halle | ||||
| La Préface | ||||
| Le Grenier | ||||
| Maison Chabatz d’Entrar | ||||
| Maison natale de Jean Giraudoux | ||||
| Musée d'art et d'histoire de Montmorillon | ||||
| Musée de l'Amande et du Macaron | ||||
| Musée de la Minéralogie | ||||
| Musée René Baubérot | ||||
| Musée René Baubérot |
Libraries in Le Dorat
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| @postrophe | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque intercommunale Gartempe Saint-Pardoux | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Le Dorat
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dépôt Le Comptoir des Lions | |||||
| Marché Châteauponsac |
Cafes in Le Dorat
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Le Dorat
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Le Dorat
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Le Dorat
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Le Dorat
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Le Dorat
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Le Dorat
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Le Dorat
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Le Dorat
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bière de Montmorillon | ||||
| Brasserie de Bel Air |
Stadiums & Teams in Le Dorat
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Le Dorat
34 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Châteauroux Déols airport | CHR | Medium Airport |
| Limoges Airport | LIG | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome d'Argentine | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Châtellerault-Targé | - | Small Airport |
| Aérodrome de Saint-Junien | - | Small Airport |
| Archigny Chenevelles Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Argenton-sur-Creuse Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Augignac Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Availles Limouzine Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Azat le Ris Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bataillou Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bellac Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Berneuil Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brandes La Perouille Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brigueil le Chantre Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Buxeuil Saint Rémy sur Creuse Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Châteauroux Villers Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chauvigny Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gajoubert Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grange Dieu Levroux Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Guynem'air Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hautefaye Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Javerlhac Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Blanc Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Fort d'Aslonnes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Pavillon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Pommier Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Pouyollet Lizières Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Libarderie Blond Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Montmorillon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Piste du Tartou | - | Small Airport |
| Prissac Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Coutant Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Maurice Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Le Dorat
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Le Dorat |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Le Dorat
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle des Sœurs de Marie-Joseph et de la Miséricorde | |
| Chapelle du Carmel | |
| Église Saint-Genest | |
| Église Saint-Léger | |
| Église Saint-Martin | |
| Église Saint-Pierre-ès-Liens |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Le Dorat?
Le Dorat has a population of 1,529 residents and is located in France. The population density is 167 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Le Dorat?
Le Dorat has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.5 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow.
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