Worst time to visit Lyon
Some months in Lyon are clearly tougher for travel — extreme heat, cold, drenching rain, or peak storm season. Here's what to skip.
Months to avoid
| Month | Why |
|---|---|
| January | extremely wet (19 rain days) |
| February | very wet (15 rain days) |
| March | very wet (15 rain days) |
| April | very wet (15 rain days) |
| May | very wet (17 rain days) |
| June | very wet (16 rain days) |
| September | very wet (14 rain days) |
| October | very wet (14 rain days) |
| November | very wet (17 rain days) |
| December | very wet (15 rain days) |
What to expect in the worst months
January. 19 rain days out of 31 means roughly 61% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
February. 15 rain days out of 28 means roughly 54% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
March. 15 rain days out of 31 means roughly 48% of days see measurable rainfall — plan flexible indoor backups for every outdoor day.
Better times to go
Better months: August (27°C, 11 rain days)
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Better in the same region in January
If you're set on Europe in January, these cities have more comfortable conditions in the same window:
If you still have to go — what to bring
- Wet: Real rain shell (not a "water-resistant" jacket), packable umbrella, dry-bag for electronics, quick-dry layers. Pre-book indoor museums and food halls.
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