Burgundy Weather in January

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

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Beaune Dijon Nevers Chalon-sur-Saône

Planning a getaway to Burgundy, France this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Burgundy in January

Burgundy, France is a region in France. January in Burgundy generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Pouilly-en-Auxois to 9°C (48°F) in Baccon. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Baccon and 0°C (32°F) 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Burgundy, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Baccon with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Cuiseaux with 121 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in January. Beaune sees roughly 62 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Burgundy by month

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Best Places to Visit in Burgundy in January

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

Temperature range in Burgundy (January)

Precipitation variation in Burgundy (January)

Beaune

In January Beaune 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
62 hours
97 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Beaune →

Dijon

In January Dijon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
62 hours
97 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Dijon →

Nevers

In January Nevers 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Nevers →

Chalon-sur-Saône

In January Chalon-sur-Saône 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
62 hours
97 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Chalon-sur-Saône →

Mâcon

In January Mâcon 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
72 hours
101 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mâcon →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Burgundy, in France.

In our records: France January extremes

Notable January 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 coldest January daytime high in France was -14°C (7°F) in Colmar on January 12, 1987.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beaune 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Dijon 7°C (45°F) 0°C (32°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Nevers 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Chalon-sur-Saône 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Mâcon 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Tournus 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Burgundy weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Burgundy, France in January. The popular destination of Beaune averages 7°C (45°F) by day and 1°C (34°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Average temperatures in Burgundy, France during January range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 7°C (45°F) in Beaune.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Burgundy, France during January, with Beaune averaging close to 77 mm (3 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Burgundy, France?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Burgundy, France due to the typically poor weather in Beaune.

On average, the best time to visit Burgundy, France 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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