Besançon Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Besançon experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from warm days
to cold weather.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Besançon is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in July to a chilly 7°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 1°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Besançon has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1244 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Precipitation levels in Besançon remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most rain, with 129 mm over 16 days. In July, this drops slightly to 81 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Besançon serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 8.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 2.1 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
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The best time of year to visit Besançon in France
During the months of May, June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 129 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 81 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 260 hours of sunshine.
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