This content was generated using artificial intelligence based on publicly available information. It is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax, immigration, or professional advice. Information may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with official sources before making decisions.
Data Source: Safety, crime, and quality metrics are sourced from Numbeo, a crowd-sourced global database of reported data.
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.
Gisors offers a quiet, authentic French life just an hour from Paris, where cobblestone streets meet practical suburban convenience. It’s ideal for expats seeking affordability and calm without total isolation—homes range from historic townhouses to modest family houses, and daily essentials are within easy reach. Public transport connects reliably to regional hubs, though a car makes life easier. Safety and healthcare are solid, if not exceptional. The trade-off? Limited expat infrastructure and slower bureaucratic rhythms mean settling in requires patience and initiative. Not a retreat, but a grounded place to build roots.
Population
12,363
Area
3 km²
Density
3,594 per km²
Founded
-
Language
French
Distance to Coast
135 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Gisors
Loading districts…
Climate & Weather in Gisors
Gisors has an oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb), with mild temperatures, moderate rainfall, and changeable weather through the year. Long-term sources describe average annual temperatures around 10.6–11.0°C, annual precipitation around 613–696 mm, and about 1,650–1,860 sunshine hours per year, which is consistent with a temperate northern French climate. The current clear-sky 24.9°C reading is warmer than the typical seasonal average and fits a summer warm spell rather than the annual norm.
Summer Average
19°C
Winter Average
5°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
145
Sunny Days
78
Humidity
78%
Spring
March - May
8-18°C
Spring is cool to mild and often unsettled, with increasing sunshine and occasional rain. Temperatures rise steadily from March into May, making late spring more comfortable than early spring.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
15-25°C
Summer is generally mild to pleasantly warm rather than hot, though short warm spells can occur. Rainfall is spread through the season, and humid or partly cloudy days are common in this part of northern France.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
8-17°C
Autumn is cool and increasingly damp, with a noticeable drop in temperatures from September to November. Cloud cover and rain become more frequent as the season progresses.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
2-8°C
Winter is cool, often cloudy, and occasionally frosty, but prolonged severe cold is uncommon. Rain is frequent, and snowfall can occur but is usually limited compared with colder continental climates.
Moderate rainfall
Loading Weather...
Air Quality
Gisors
Advantages
Gisors
Medieval castle landmark
Quiet small-town living
Proximity to Paris
Rich cultural heritage
Affordable housing costs
Disadvantages
Gisors
Limited job opportunities locally
No universities nearby
Weak public transportation
Few nightlife options
Aging infrastructure
Safety & Security in Gisors
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
53
/100
France Avg
55
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Gisors to France averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Gisors
France Average
No city-specific data available — showing France country averages instead.
Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Concerning
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 84/100
No data for Gisors — showing hazard indicators from nearby Beauvais (~28 km).
