Burgundy Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Burgundy, France in August.

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Beaune Dijon Nevers Chalon-sur-Saône

Are you planning a trip a to Burgundy, France in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Burgundy in August

Burgundy, France is a region in France. August in Burgundy generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. August falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 25°C (77°F) in Dun-les-Places to 28°C (82°F) in Louhans. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Louhans and 14°C (57°F) in Dun-les-Places.

For specific regional insights in Burgundy, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Baccon with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to high rainfall in Chaintré with 102 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in August. Beaune typically receives 237 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Burgundy by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Burgundy - and find the best time to visit. (based on Beaune)

January7°C (45°F) February9°C (48°F) March14°C (57°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September23°C (73°F) October17°C (63°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Burgundy in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Burgundy.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Burgundy

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Burgundy, France?

Temperature range in Burgundy (August)

Precipitation variation in Burgundy (August)

Beaune

In August Beaune generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
258 hours
237 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Beaune →

Dijon

In August Dijon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
258 hours
237 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Dijon →

Nevers

In August Nevers generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Nevers →

Chalon-sur-Saône

In August Chalon-sur-Saône generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
258 hours
237 hours
189 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
75 mm (3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Chalon-sur-Saône →

Mâcon

In August Mâcon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
285 hours
252 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
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In our records: France August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in France in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in France reached 43°C (109°F) in Carcassonne on August 23, 2023.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Burgundy in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beaune 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Dijon 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Nevers 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Chalon-sur-Saône 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Mâcon 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Tournus 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)

Burgundy weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Burgundy, France in August?

Burgundy, France typically experiences excellent weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Beaune average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Burgundy, France in August?

Average temperatures in Burgundy, France during August range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 27°C (81°F) in Beaune.

Does Burgundy, France get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Beaune averages just 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Burgundy, France.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Burgundy, France?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Burgundy, France with overall excellent weather in Beaune.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide excellent weather in Beaune. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be less favorable.

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