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All scores are relative comparisons on a 0-100 scale, where 50 = global average. Higher scores mean better than average, lower scores mean worse than average.
Chartres offers a refined, slower-paced alternative to the frantic energy of Paris, making it ideal for professionals seeking a high quality of life without the metropolitan chaos. You’ll find a stable, welcoming community with a respectable expat presence, centered around a walkable historic core and reliable local amenities. It is a practical choice for those prioritizing safety and consistent healthcare access within a manageable, mid-sized setting.
However, the lifestyle requires a mindset shift; while public transport is functional, you will likely rely on a car for broader regional exploration. It is a city for those who value cultural depth and stability over constant urban stimulation.
Chartres has a temperate oceanic climate with mild summers, cool winters, and precipitation spread through the year. Long-term climate data show an annual mean temperature of about 11.4°C, around 606 mm of rainfall, and roughly 1,787 sunshine hours per year, which fits a cool, moderately humid inland French climate. The current overcast conditions and 19.98°C temperature are consistent with typical late-summer weather, but seasonal averages remain much cooler in winter and only moderately warm in summer.
Summer Average
19°C
Winter Average
4°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
120
Sunny Days
170
Humidity
75%
Spring
March - May
8-16°C
Spring is cool to mild, with increasing sunshine and changeable weather. Rainfall is frequent enough to keep the landscape green, and temperatures rise steadily toward May.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
17-25°C
Summer is generally mild and comfortable rather than hot, with the warmest month usually in July. Cloud cover still occurs often, but periods of pleasant dry weather are common.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
8-18°C
Autumn is cool and increasingly wet, with temperatures falling quickly after September. Cloudier skies and more frequent rain are typical as the season progresses.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
1-7°C
Winter is chilly, often damp, and mostly cloudy, with occasional frost. Snow can occur, but prolonged severe cold is uncommon compared with more continental climates.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Chartres
Advantages
Chartres
Stunning Gothic cathedral architecture
34 parks for outdoor recreation
23 cultural sites nearby
Charming medieval town center
Affordable French living costs
Disadvantages
Chartres
Limited job opportunities locally
No universities in city
Weak nightlife and entertainment
Car dependency for mobility
Limited young professional community
Safety & Security in Chartres
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Good
65
/100
France Avg
55
Europe Avg
57
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Chartres to France averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Chartres
France Average
Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 64/100
No data for Chartres — showing hazard indicators from nearby Paris (~78 km).
