Velaines, France
Grand Est · France
Velaines is a small town in Grand Est, France with a population of 1,009. Elevation: 709 ft (216 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°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 Velaines
Velaines is a commune in the Meuse department in Grand Est in north-eastern France.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,009 |
| Population Density | 81 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Coordinates | 48.6988°, 5.3048° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Grand Est |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.7 inches (755 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.6 inches (7 cm) |
About Velaines
Velaines is a small town in France (Grand Est) with a population of 1,009. The city sits at an elevation of 709 feet (216 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below France avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Area | 12.5 sq mi (32.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 81/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.6988°N, 5.3048°E |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: West Eifel Volcanic Field (198 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| West Eifel Volcanic Field | Maar(s) | 600 m (1,969 ft) | -8300 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 65°F (18°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in |
Velaines has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 35°F in January to 65°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.0") and March the driest (1.9").
Schools in Velaines
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Velaines
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active radio 100.6 FM | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Active Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Velaines
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chapelle Saint-Louis | ||||
| Musée d'Art sacré | ||||
| Musée du Barrois | ||||
| Musée Lorrain du Cheval | ||||
| Musée militaire pour la paix | ||||
| Musée Raymond Poincaré |
Libraries in Velaines
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque bénédictine | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Départementale de la Meuse | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque universitaire | 0.0 | |||||
| Château de Chevillon | 0.0 | |||||
| Espace Socio Culturel | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Jean Jeukens | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque L’Oiseau Lire | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Saint-Paul | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Velaines
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halles |
Veterinaries in Velaines
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Velaines
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Velaines
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie de la Saulx | ||||
| Hop Farmer |
Stadiums & Teams in Velaines
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Velaines
27 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lieutenant Étienne Mantoux Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Nancy-Ochey (BA 133) Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Saint-Dizier – Robinson Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Verdun-Le Rozelier Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Bar-le-Duc Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Billy-sous-Mangiennes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chambley airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chassey-Beaupré Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chaumont-Semoutiers Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Corniéville Geville Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Doncourt-lès-Conflans Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fains-Véel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fontarce Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Geville Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Harricourt la Gonio Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Joinville Mussey Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Juvancourt Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| La Bertaucourt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Croix du Garçon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lalœuf Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Langres-Rolampont Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Laville-aux-Bois Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Les Ailes du Der Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Neufchâteau Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Servon-Melzicourt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Villerupt Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Vitry-le-François Vauclerc Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Velaines
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Saint-Georges | |
| Église Saint-Martin | |
| Église Saint-Rémi | |
| Église Saint-Remi |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in France
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Velaines?
Velaines has a population of 1,009 residents and is located in France. The population density is 81 people per square mile, spread across 12.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Velaines?
Velaines has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.
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