Burgundy Weather in December

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

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Beaune Dijon Nevers Chalon-sur-Saône

Planning a trip to Burgundy, France this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Burgundy in December

Burgundy, France is a region in France. December in Burgundy generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Pouilly-en-Auxois to 9°C (48°F) in Baccon. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Baccon and 1°C (34°F) in Pouilly-en-Auxois.

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

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Baccon with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Cuiseaux with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Beaune gets roughly 54 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Burgundy in December

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 December for some of the most popular destinations in Burgundy, France?

Temperature range in Burgundy (December)

Precipitation variation in Burgundy (December)

Beaune

In December Beaune generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
54 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Beaune →

Dijon

In December Dijon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
54 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Dijon →

Nevers

In December Nevers generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Nevers →

Chalon-sur-Saône

In December Chalon-sur-Saône generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
54 hours
62 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Chalon-sur-Saône →

Mâcon

In December Mâcon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
54 hours
72 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mâcon →

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In our records: France December extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in France dropped to -25°C (-13°F) in Val Thorens on December 29, 2014.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beaune 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Dijon 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Nevers 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Chalon-sur-Saône 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Mâcon 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Tournus 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Burgundy weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Burgundy, France typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Beaune average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 1°C (34°F) at night.

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

Beaune averages a daytime maximum of 8°C (46°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 1°C (34°F).

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

Not particularly. Beaune averages just 89 mm (3.5 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Burgundy, France.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Burgundy, France?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Beaune, December may not be the ideal time to visit Burgundy, France.

On average, the best time to visit Burgundy, France is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Beaune. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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