Burgundy weather in January
Planning a journey to Burgundy this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Burgundy in January?
Burgundy is a region in France. January in Burgundy generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. In January, it is winter.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C in Pouilly-en-Auxois to 9°C in Baccon. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C in Baccon and 0°C in Pouilly-en-Auxois. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Baccon with an average of 62 mm to high rainfall in Cuiseaux with 121 mm. Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 62 hours of sunshine in Beaune. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Burgundy in January, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Burgundy climate page.
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Average weather in Beaune
In January Beaune 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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Average weather in Dijon
In January Dijon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Nevers
In January Nevers 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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Average weather in Chalon-sur-Saône
In January Chalon-sur-Saône 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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Average weather in Mâcon
In January Mâcon 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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Is January the best time to visit Burgundy?
In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Burgundy due to the typically poor weather in Beaune.
On average, the best time to visit Burgundy is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Beaune. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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