Bordeaux Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Bordeaux's climate is usually classified as an oceanic climate, substantial summer rainfall prevents its climate from being classified as Mediterranean.
Summers are warm and long because of the influence from the Bay of Biscay. The average seasonal winter temperature is 7°C (44°F), but recent winters have been warmer than this. The average summer seasonal temperature is 20°C (67°F).
Monthly Temperature in Bordeaux
The climate in Bordeaux is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August to a chilly 12°C (54°F) in the coolest month, February.
Nights vary from 16°C (61°F) in August to around 4°C (39°F) during the colder months.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Bordeaux
Generally, Bordeaux receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 833 mm (33 in) annually. Bordeaux offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month November (85 mm (3.3 in)) and the driest month July (51 mm (2 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Bordeaux Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Bordeaux
For those who appreciate different seasons, Bordeaux serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in December, offering only 2.8 hours of daily sunlight.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Humidity in Bordeaux by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 87%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Bordeaux
The mean wind speed varies between 2 m/s (4 knots) and 3 m/s (6 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in August, September, October and November and highest during January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Bordeaux 3-Day Forecast
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