Bordeaux
Chateaux stretching to the horizon in every direction with tastings built into most of them, a riverside water mirror that turns the whole square into a reflecting pool, and a wine culture too serious to rush a lunch.
The best time to visit Bordeaux is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 20°C (68°F). Local time there is 12:04 (UTC+2).
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The year at a glance
April · high 18°C · rain 80mm · 13.4h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C50°F | 84mm3.3in | 9.1h9.1h | |
| February | 14°C56°F | 58mm2.3in | 10.4h10.4h | |
| March | 15°C60°F | 63mm2.5in | 11.8h11.8h | |
| April | 18°C64°F | 80mm3.1in | 13.4h13.4h | in the recommended window |
| May | 21°C70°F | 77mm3.0in | 14.8h14.8h | in the recommended window |
| June | 25°C77°F | 138mm5.4in | 15.6h15.6h | in the recommended window |
| July | 27°C81°F | 41mm1.6in | 15.3h15.3h | |
| August | 28°C82°F | 44mm1.7in | 14.0h14.0h | |
| September | 25°C78°F | 57mm2.2in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| October | 20°C69°F | 119mm4.7in | 10.9h10.9h | in the recommended window |
| November | 14°C57°F | 131mm5.2in | 9.5h9.5h | |
| December | 12°C53°F | 134mm5.3in | 8.8h8.8h |
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When is the best time to visit Bordeaux?
The best time to visit Bordeaux is Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct, when typical daytime highs reach about 20°C (68°F).
How warm does Bordeaux get?
Typical daytime highs in Bordeaux are Mar–May 18°C (65°F), Jun–Aug 27°C (80°F), Sep–Nov 20°C (68°F), Dec–Feb 12°C (53°F).
Is Bordeaux expensive?
On the ground, Bordeaux is middling.
What sort of trip is Bordeaux good for?
Bordeaux is good for food and drink, relaxing holidays, beach and sun holidays, history and culture.
How rainy is Bordeaux?
The wettest month in Bordeaux is June at 138mm (5.4in), the driest July at 41mm (1.6in), with a monthly average of 86mm (3.4in).
What plug do I need for Bordeaux?
Bordeaux uses type C, E sockets at 230 V.
