The best times to visit Puligny-Montrachet for ideal weather are

May 21st to October 7th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


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Weather in Puligny-Montrachet

Temperature

Average temperatures in Puligny-Montrachet vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 32nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Puligny-Montrachet, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 80.8°F (27.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 57.2°F (14°C) at night.

Puligny-Montrachet Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Puligny-Montrachet Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Puligny-Montrachet Perceived Temperature (F)

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Puligny-Montrachet Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Puligny-Montrachet Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 42.7 37 31.3
Feb 45.3 37.6 30.4
Mar 54.9 45 35.3
Apr 63.8 52.8 41.8
May 68.8 58.2 47.5
Jun 75.8 65 54.2
Jul 79.6 68.2 56.8
Aug 78.1 66.8 55.6
Sep 70.7 60.2 50.4
Oct 61.6 52.2 43.7
Nov 50.9 44.4 38
Dec 43.7 38 31.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.9 2.8 -0.4
Feb 7.4 3.1 -0.9
Mar 12.7 7.2 1.8
Apr 17.7 11.6 5.4
May 20.4 14.6 8.6
Jun 24.3 18.3 12.3
Jul 26.4 20.1 13.8
Aug 25.6 19.3 13.1
Sep 21.5 15.7 10.2
Oct 16.4 11.2 6.5
Nov 10.5 6.9 3.3
Dec 6.5 3.3 -0.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Puligny-Montrachet are September, March, and then October. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid March. For example, on the week of March 12th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Puligny-Montrachet? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to late January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Puligny-Montrachet is often around around December 17th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Puligny-Montrachet.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Puligny-Montrachet (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 21% 1.6 2.1
Feb 20% 0.6 1.8
Mar 16% 0.5 1.6
Apr 20% 0 2
May 24% 0 2.9
Jun 24% 0 3
Jul 23% 0 3
Aug 24% 0 3
Sep 15% 0 1.9
Oct 19% 0 2.4
Nov 21% 0.5 3.1
Dec 23% 2.1 2.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 21 4.1 5.3
Feb 20 1.5 4.6
Mar 16 1.3 4.1
Apr 20 0 5.1
May 24 0 7.4
Jun 24 0 7.6
Jul 23 0 7.6
Aug 24 0 7.6
Sep 15 0 4.8
Oct 19 0 6.1
Nov 21 1.3 7.9
Dec 23 5.3 6.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Puligny-Montrachet has some extremely humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is July (57.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (84.2%).

Wind in Puligny-Montrachet is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and April. March’s average wind speed of around 7.3 knots (8.4 MPH or 13.5 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late February and early March where average top sustained speeds reach 13.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Puligny-Montrachet.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.2 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Feb 6.7 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Mar 7.3 Gentle breeze 13.1 Significant breeze
Apr 6.2 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
May 5.9 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Jun 5.8 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Jul 5.8 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Aug 5.1 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.7 Light breeze 10.9 Significant breeze
Oct 5.2 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.8 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Dec 6.2 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 83.8%
Feb 75%
Mar 61.5%
Apr 58.4%
May 62.9%
Jun 60%
Jul 57.2%
Aug 62.4%
Sep 66.6%
Oct 76.9%
Nov 84%
Dec 84.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Puligny-Montrachet?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for France; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 20, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Puligny-Montrachet, France is July, followed by August and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Puligny-Montrachet in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is slightly extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 23.7 in December means 23.7% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Puligny-Montrachet Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 71.6°F (22°C) and 51.3°F (10.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Puligny-Montrachet, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 73.5°F (23.1°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Puligny-Montrachet to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 51.3°F (10.7°C) and 40.4°F (4.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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