Dijon, France: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2021]
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Contents
- When to go to Dijon
- Important essentials for Dijon
- Dijon in January: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in February: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in March: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in April: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in May: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in June: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in July: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in August: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in September: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in October: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in November: weather and what to pack
- Dijon in December: weather and what to pack
When to go to Dijon, France
Based on the climate and weather in Dijon, the best time to go is August. See below for details.
Important esssentials for Dijon, France
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Dijon, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 PACKING ESSENTIALS
- proof of COVID-19 vaccination if you have it
- vaccine card protector
- N95 masks for top protection
- kids' KN95 masks
- hand sanitizer
- touchless thermometer
- travel disinfecting wipes (for plane, etc)
- A plug adapter that supports outlet types C and E. This one works in most locations, but check with your hotel.
- A portable power bank, like this one
- A SIM card that works in Dijon. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some locations you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone
- If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
- Appropriate museum wear
- Bicycle friendly attire, if you plan on biking anywhere
- Emergency water purifier
- For families with young children:
- Dijon visitors may do a lot of walking, so a lightweight backpack like this is essential
- Airplane or car necessities:
- Photography items that we like:
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
What to wear/what to pack for Dijon, France by month
January
January in Dijon is pretty cool. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Warm pants or jeans
- Fleeces
- Light gloves or mittens
- Jacket or coat
- Lip balm
- Socks
- Standard footwear
- A rain coat to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a great choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your belongings remain dry. We suggest: this one
February
February for Dijon can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Lip balm
- Socks
- Fleeces
- Jacket or coat
- Warm pants or jeans
- Light gloves or mittens
- Standard footwear
- A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a perfect choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things stay dry. We suggest: this one
March
If you go to Dijon in March, you will notice that it can be brisk. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Fleeces
- Warm pants or jeans
- Jacket or coat
- Light gloves or mittens
- Lip balm
- Socks
- Standard footwear
- A rain jacket to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is an excellent choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases remain dry. We suggest: this one
April
Traveling to Dijon in April, you will notice that it can be chilly. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Pants or jeans
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Socks
- Light jacket or fleece
- Dresses
- Standard footwear
- Long skirts
- A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We suggest:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a great option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags don't get wet. We like: this one
May
May in Dijon is mild. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Dresses
- Pants or jeans
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Light jacket or fleece
- Long skirts
- Standard footwear
- Socks
- A rain coat to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is an excellent one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things don't get wet. We suggest: this one
June
June in Dijon is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Sunscreen lotion
- Bug repellent
- Shorts or short pants
- Skirts
- Sandals
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- Dresses
- Light footwear
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a great option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend: this one
July
July here is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Bug repellent
- Light footwear
- Shorts or short pants
- Sandals
- Dresses
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- Sunscreen lotion
- Skirts
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a perfect one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things don't get wet. We like: this one
August
If you visit Dijon during August, you are likely to notice that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C).
In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Bug repellent
- Dresses
- Shorts or short pants
- Light footwear
- Sunscreen lotion
- Sandals
- Skirts
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain coat to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We use these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is an excellent option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things stay dry. We recommend: this one
September
September in this region is balmy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains once in a while.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Pants or jeans
- Socks
- Light jacket or fleece
- Dresses
- Standard footwear
- Long skirts
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We suggest:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a great one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases stay dry. We suggest: this one
October
October can be chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Long skirts
- Socks
- Pants or jeans
- Dresses
- Standard footwear
- Light jacket or fleece
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- A rain jacket to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a perfect option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags stay dry. We suggest: this one
November
November here can be brisk. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day. It rains about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Jacket or coat
- Fleeces
- Lip balm
- Light gloves or mittens
- Warm pants or jeans
- Socks
- Standard footwear
- A rain coat to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We suggest these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a great one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases remain dry. We recommend: this one
December
December in Dijon can be very chilly. The rain/snow can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Light gloves or mittens
- Lip balm
- Fleeces
- Jacket or coat
- Socks
- Warm pants or jeans
- Standard footwear
- A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We suggest:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a perfect option.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags don't get wet. We recommend: this one
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