Plovan, France

Brittany · France

Plovan is a small town in Brittany, France with a population of 677. Elevation: 72 ft (22 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

677 Population 111/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone

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People

Population677
Density111/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Population677
Population Density111 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates47.9166°, -4.3629°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceBrittany
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.9 inches (1,038 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Plovan

Plovan is a small town in France (Brittany) with a population of 677. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

Plovan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below France avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates47.9166°N, 4.3629°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.9"
8% above France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.20"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

145 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.7 on Feb 19, 2020.

Mar 13, 1993 1 km WSW of Pénestin, France M4.6 148 km
Nov 21, 2013 1 km WSW of Plescop, France M4.5 117 km
Sep 30, 2002 3 km W of Languidic, France M4.2 87 km
Sep 30, 2002 1 km E of Languidic, France M4.1 92 km
Oct 11, 1995 1 km SSE of Querrien, France M3.9 63 km
Apr 23, 2002 1 km ESE of Melgven, France M3.8 41 km
Mar 28, 2002 36 km WSW of Le Palais, France M3.8 93 km
Jul 18, 2004 6 km WSW of Groix, France M3.8 71 km
Feb 19, 2020 3 km ESE of Brest, France M3.7 52 km
Aug 22, 1998 38 km SSE of Plobannalec-Lesconil, France M3.6 54 km
Aug 24, 1996 59 km SSW of Guilvinec, France M3.5 72 km
May 3, 1999 1 km SE of Gouesnach, France M3.5 20 km
May 14, 1994 0 km SE of Riec-sur-Belon, France M3.5 51 km
Dec 11, 2013 6 km WSW of Le Faou, France M3.5 40 km
Apr 22, 1995 6 km E of Binic, France M3.5 143 km
May 2, 1990 2 km SSE of Arzon, France M3.4 118 km
Mar 21, 2003 10 km SE of Groix, France M3.4 84 km
Feb 9, 2005 2 km N of Plouay, France M3.4 76 km
May 7, 2000 65 km S of Guilvinec, France M3.4 79 km
Sep 30, 2002 5 km WSW of Baud, France M3.3 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 5.1 in
February 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in Coldest
March 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
May 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
November 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in Wettest
December 47°F (8°C) 5.0 in

Plovan has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 45°F in February to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Plovan

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire publique des Trois Galets - - - -
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Radio Stations near Plovan

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Neptune classical, jazz MP3 320 kbps
Fréquence Mutine electro, emission MP3
Radio U - MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Plovan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abri du marin Sainte-Marine
Boat Museum
Boat Museum
Canot "Papa Poydenot"
Centre d'Interprétation Archéologique
Haliotika
Maison de l'Amiral
Maison du Marquisat
Maison du vent
Maison Henaff - Musée
Maison natale de Pierre-Jakez Hélias
Maison-phare du Millier
Musée bigouden
Musée Conserverie Le Gall
Musée de La Forge
Musée du Chemin de fer du Menez
Musée Municipal
Musée préhistorique à Pors Carn
Museum-boats

Libraries in Plovan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Au Plaisir de Lire0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque communale0.0
Bibliothèque de Ploéven0.0
Bibliothèque Henri Queffélec0.0
Bibliothèque LECTURE ET LOISIRS0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale de l'Île-Tudy0.0
Bibliothèque Nathalie Le Mel0.0
Espace Pierre Trépos0.0
LAC0.0
LAC0.0
Librairie Celtique0.0
Maison de l'enfance0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque - Abri du Marin0.0
Médiathèque de Combrit0.0
Médiathèque de Penhars0.0
Médiathèque de Poullan-sur-Mer0.0
Médiathèque Georges Perros0.0
Médiathéque Jeanne Nabert0.0
Médiathèque Julien Gracq0.0
Médiathèque René Quillivic0.0

Farmers Markets in Plovan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Criée de Douarnenez - CCIMBO
Criée de Saint-Guénolé - CCIMBO
Halles de Pont-l'Abbé
Les Halles
Marché d'Audierne
Marché de Douarnenez
Marché de Tréboul
Marché de Tréogat
Marché Hebdomaire de Guengat
Marché tous les jeudis

Breweries in Plovan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie Penhors
kauri
Merlin
Plijadur

Airports Near Plovan

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brest Bretagne airportBESLarge Airport
Landivisiau Air BaseLDVMedium Airport
Lanvéoc-Poulmic Air Base-Medium Airport
Morlaix-Ploujean AirportMXNMedium Airport
Quimper-Cornouaille AirportUIPMedium Airport
Guiscriff Scaer Airfield-Small Airport
Ouessant AirportOUISmall Airport
Ploballanec Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Plouarzel Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Poullaouen Le Stancou Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Plovan

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cabinet masseurs-kinésithérapeuthes

Churches & Religious Organizations in Plovan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Alour
Église Saint-Gorgon

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Paris

🇫🇷 About France

Capital Paris
Population 66,987,244
Area 547,030 km²
GDP (USD) $3,056,250,648,138
GDP per capita $44,700
HDI 0.917
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 86.8%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +33
TLD .fr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in France

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'an
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 8 Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jul 14 Bastille Day Fête nationale
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assomption
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 11 Armistice Day Armistice 1918
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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What is the population of Plovan?

Plovan has a population of 677 residents and is located in France. The population density is 111 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Plovan?

Plovan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches.

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