Weather in December in Burgundy
Planning a getaway to Burgundy this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Burgundy in December?
Burgundy 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 in Pouilly-en-Auxois to 9°C in Baccon. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C in Baccon and 1°C in Pouilly-en-Auxois.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Baccon with an average of 72 mm to high rainfall in Cuiseaux with 135 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 54 hours of sunlight in Beaune. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For specific regional insights in Burgundy for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Burgundy climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Burgundy?
Beaune
In December Beaune generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Dijon
In December Dijon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Nevers
In December Nevers generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Chalon-sur-Saône
In December Chalon-sur-Saône generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Mâcon
In December Mâcon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Burgundy?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Beaune, December may not be the ideal time to visit Burgundy.
On average, the best time to visit Burgundy 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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