Besançon, Bourgogne Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Besançon get?

Besançon gets 714 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 161 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 55% of France.

November is the wettest month, with 76 mm. February is the driest, with 41 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to August 14, 2022.

Besançon weather by month

Besançon weather in January

In January, Besançon averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 20°C (1978) and the record low is -21°C (1985).

Besançon weather in February

In February, Besançon averages a high of 8°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2019) and the record low is -13°C (2012).

Besançon weather in March

In March, Besançon averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 23°C (1990) and the record low is -12°C (2005).

Besançon weather in April

In April, Besançon averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 28°C (2018) and the record low is -5°C (2021).

Besançon weather in May

In May, Besançon averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 31°C (2022) and the record low is 0°C (1984). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Besançon weather in June

In June, Besançon averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2019) and the record low is 0°C (1973). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Besançon weather in July

In July, Besançon averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2019) and the record low is 7°C (1996).

Besançon weather in August

In August, Besançon averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 39°C (2003) and the record low is 5°C (1988).

Besançon weather in September

In September, Besançon averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 34°C (2023) and the record low is 1°C (1995). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Besançon weather in October

In October, Besançon averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is -5°C (2003).

Besançon weather in November

In November, Besançon averages a high of 10°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 21°C (2015) and the record low is -11°C (1985).

Besançon weather in December

In December, Besançon averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 20°C (1977) and the record low is -19°C (2009).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Besançon

July is the sunniest month in Besançon, with estimated sunshine of 52% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 27%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 40% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Besançon is sunnier than 74% of France.

Humidity peaks in December at 86% and is lowest in July at 57%.

Besançon has about 8 days a year above 32°C. Besançon is hotter than 60% of France.

First and last freeze in Besançon

The first fall freeze in Besançon typically comes around November 6, and the last spring freeze around April 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 207 days.

Besançon weather records

These records cover LONGVIC during 1973–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.

The hottest temperature on record at the Besançon station is 39°C, on July 24, 2019. The coldest is -21°C, on January 16, 1985.

The wettest day in the available station history brought 196 mm of precipitation, on May 29, 1980.

42 all-time records have been set at the station since 1973.

The best time to visit Besançon

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 14°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 7°C.

Besançon climate questions

How much rain does Besançon get?

Besançon gets 714 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 161 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Besançon?

November is the wettest month in Besançon, with 76 mm. February is the driest, with 41 mm.

How many rainy days does Besançon have a year?

Besançon has about 161 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Besançon?

July is the warmest month in Besançon, with an average high of 27°C.

What is the coldest month in Besançon?

January is the coldest month in Besançon, with an average low of -1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Besançon?

Within the available 1973–2025 station history, the record high at the Besançon station is 39°C, set on July 24, 2019. The record low is -21°C, on January 16, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Besançon?

July is the sunniest month in Besançon, with estimated sunshine of 52% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Besançon?

The first fall freeze in Besançon typically comes around November 6. The last spring freeze is around April 13.

What is the best time to visit Besançon?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.