The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Bordeaux sees 12.0°F during the day with 2.7h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 41.0% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
December ranks 10 out of 12 months in Bordeaux. Compared to November: −4°F daytime, −0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
6°
Daylight
8.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 31
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Bordeaux is July (8.6/10), 4.5 pts higher than December.
Context
Our verdict
Bordeaux has been through its renaissance since 2007 (renovated quays, tram, LGV putting Paris 2h away). UNESCO for the "sleeping beauty" turned trendy.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · France
🗣️LanguageFrench
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 81°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 52°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 45%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Bordeaux ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
FranceTemperate climate with a 8.6 → 1.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
44.84°N · 0.58°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Bordeaux?
July is the best month with 81°F highs, 63°F lows, 8.3h of sunshine and 25.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Bordeaux get in July?
Bordeaux averages 8.3 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Bordeaux?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Bordeaux in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 63°F, while afternoon highs average 81°F.
Is Bordeaux good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Bordeaux scores 3.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 8.1/10.
When should you avoid Bordeaux?
January is the most difficult month to visit Bordeaux, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Bordeaux in December?
The average UV index reaches 2 in December in Bordeaux (low), with about 8.6h of daylight. No protection needed.