Weather in Lyon
What's the weather like in Lyon?
Lyon has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 7°C (45°F) in January to 28°C (83°F) in July, with overnight lows around 1°C (34°F) and 17°C (63°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Lyon are May through June, and August through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇫🇷 France
- Region
- Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Paris
- Coordinates
- 45.764, 4.836
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°C / 45°F | 1°C / 34°F | 77 mm | 19 | — |
| February | 10°C / 50°F | 1°C / 35°F | 45 mm | 15 | — |
| March | 14°C / 56°F | 4°C / 39°F | 60 mm | 15 | — |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 7°C / 44°F | 61 mm | 15 | — |
| May | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 51°F | 81 mm | 17 | — |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 60°F | 81 mm | 16 | — |
| July | 28°C / 83°F | 17°C / 63°F | 64 mm | 13 | — |
| August | 27°C / 81°F | 17°C / 62°F | 65 mm | 11 | — |
| September | 24°C / 74°F | 13°C / 56°F | 59 mm | 14 | — |
| October | 18°C / 64°F | 10°C / 49°F | 110 mm | 14 | — |
| November | 11°C / 52°F | 5°C / 41°F | 91 mm | 17 | — |
| December | 8°C / 47°F | 2°C / 36°F | 71 mm | 15 | — |
Lyon by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Lyon?
The most comfortable months in Lyon are usually May, September, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Lyon?
July is typically the hottest month in Lyon, averaging a high of 28°C (83°F).
What is the coldest month in Lyon?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 1°C (34°F).
Does it snow in Lyon?
Snow is rare in Lyon; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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