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 20:00 (UTC+2).
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In season
The year at a glance
April · high 64°F · rain 3.1in · 13.4h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
| 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 |
Good to know
- Currency
- EUR
- Language
- French
- Driving
- on the right
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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 mid-range.
What sort of trip is Bordeaux good for?
Bordeaux is good for eating extremely well, an unhurried pace, sunshine and salt water, old stones and real towns.