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Dijon has a humid continental climate with warm summers, cold winters, and moderate precipitation spread through the year. WeatherSpark describes summers as warm and partly cloudy and winters as very cold, windy, and mostly cloudy, while current conditions show overcast skies and moderate humidity consistent with the city's temperate inland climate. Long-term averages place Dijon within France's broader summer and winter temperature ranges, with humidity typically near the country reference band.
Summer Average
20°C
Winter Average
3°C
Climate Type
Humid Continental
Rainy Days
130
Sunny Days
170
Humidity
73%
Spring
March - May
8-18°C
Spring is variable, with cool mornings in March and more mild afternoons by May. Rain is common, and cloud cover gradually decreases as the season progresses.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
18-27°C
Summers are warm and generally pleasant, with the clearest weather of the year occurring in July. Periods of sunshine are common, but occasional showers and thunderstorms can still occur.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
9-18°C
Autumn becomes cooler and more overcast, with increasing rainfall and fewer sunny days. By late November, conditions often feel damp and chilly.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
0-6°C
Winters are cold, cloudy, and occasionally windy, with frost and some snow possible. December is typically the cloudiest month of the year, and temperatures often stay near freezing overnight.
Moderate rainfall
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Dijon
Dijon offers a compelling blend of historic charm and modern livability for expats seeking a refined French lifestyle beyond Paris. Nestled in Burgundy's renowned wine region, this mid-sized city provides an exceptional quality of life with reasonable living costs, solid infrastructure, and a welcoming community that balances professional opportunities with cultural richness. The city's compact urban design, reliable public transportation, and above-average safety ratings make it an attractive destination for international professionals and families looking to immerse themselves in authentic French provincial culture without the overwhelming complexity of larger metropolitan areas.
Advantages
Dijon
World-renowned mustard heritage
Rich culinary traditions
Historic medieval architecture
Excellent wine region proximity
High quality affordable living
Disadvantages
Dijon
Limited tech job opportunities
Moderate cost of living
Quiet provincial atmosphere
Fewer international amenities
Safety & Security in Dijon
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
53
/100
France Avg
54
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Dijon to France averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Dijon
France Average
Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Low
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Moderate
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Concerning
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: N/A
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