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Tartas offers a quiet, authentic slice of southwestern French life, ideal for those seeking space, simplicity, and a slower pace without total isolation. The rhythm here is rural but accessible—daily essentials are within reach, and public transport connects reliably to nearby towns, though owning a car makes life easier. Housing feels attainable compared to larger cities, and the community is welcoming, if not diverse. Healthcare and emergency services are adequate but require a short trip to larger centers when needed. It’s a good fit for those prioritizing tranquility over convenience, with the understanding that some modern comforts and expat infrastructure simply aren’t present.
Population
3,105
Area
8 km²
Density
400 per km²
Founded
-
Language
French
Distance to Coast
64 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Tartas
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Climate & Weather in Tartas
Tartas has a **temperate oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb)** with warm summers, cool to mild winters, and no true dry season. Long-term climate data show an annual mean temperature around 13°C, annual precipitation around 860-1,121 mm, and a climate that is often partly cloudy with frequent rainfall spread through the year. It fits well within France’s national humidity and rainfall ranges, and the current warm, humid, broken-cloud conditions are consistent with a summer period.
Summer Average
21°C
Winter Average
7°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
140
Sunny Days
220
Humidity
78%
Spring
March - May
11-18°C
Spring is mild and increasingly warm, with frequent showers and a gradual rise in sunshine. Rainfall is common, especially in late spring, but temperatures are generally comfortable.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
18-29°C
Summers are warm to hot at times, with average highs often in the low-to-upper 20s °C and occasional peaks higher. Rain still occurs, often as showers or thunderstorms, but summer is also the sunniest and driest part of the year.
Low rainfall
Autumn
September - November
10-20°C
Autumn is mild and becomes progressively wetter and cooler. Cloud cover increases, and by late autumn the weather often feels damp and unsettled.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
4-11°C
Winters are cool, wet, and generally mild compared with inland continental climates. Frost can occur, but prolonged severe cold is uncommon.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Tartas
Advantages
Tartas
Peaceful small-town living
Strong community bonds
Affordable housing costs
Cultural heritage sites
Green spaces nearby
Quiet family environment
Disadvantages
Tartas
Very limited job opportunities
No higher education institutions
Minimal nightlife and entertainment
Sparse public transportation
Limited expat community support
Safety & Security in Tartas
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 Tartas to France averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Tartas
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: 80/100
No data for Tartas — showing hazard indicators from nearby Irun (~96 km).
