FranceWhat’s the climate like in Lyon?
The current climate in Lyon features temperatures ranging from a high of 29°C to a low of 8°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 19°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 2°C and in the warmer months around 17°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Lyon in recent years was 41°C in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -3°C in January 2017.
On average, Lyon gets 666 mm of precipitation each year. Of this, about 8,1 cm is snowfall. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation each year.
Curious about the weather in other parts of France? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Paris, Côte d'Azur, Bretagne, or explore other destinations in France.
Best time to visit Lyon?
The best time to visit Lyon for sunny weather is April through October. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Lyon. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Lyon
The climate table of Lyon shows the average temperatures, rainfall, snow, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 8 | 11 | 14 | 18 | 21 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 25 | 19 | 12 | 9 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 2 | 3 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 16 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 3 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 48 | 41 | 39 | 45 | 64 | 77 | 48 | 48 | 47 | 91 | 67 | 51 |
| Snow (cm) | 2,3 | 2,0 | 0,5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0,3 | 0,7 | 2,3 |
| UV Index | 2 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 19°C
- Highest temperature: 29°C in July and August
- Lowest temperature: 8°C in January
- Precipitation*: 666 mm per year, averaging 56 mm per month
- Snowfall: 8,1 cm per year
- Driest months: 39 mm in March, 41 mm in February and 45 mm in April
- Wettest months: 91 mm in October, 77 mm in June and 67 mm in November
*Precipitation is measured as a combination of rain, snow, and hail
Weather experiences in Lyon
Average Temperature per Month in Lyon
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Lyon, France. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Lyon
This graph shows how much rainfall Lyon, France, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average Snowfall per Month in Lyon
This graph shows how much snow Lyon, France, gets on average per month. The amount of snowfall is measured in centimeters and the average is calculated based on the recorded snowfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Lyon
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Lyon, France. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Lyon
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Lyon, France. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Lyon
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Lyon, France, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Total Yearly Snowfall in Lyon
This chart shows the total yearly snowfall in Lyon, France, over the past few years. The total yearly snowfall, measured in centimeters, is the sum of all the snow that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Lyon
The weather in Lyon is rated an average of 3,6 out of 5 stars by 5 visitors. Have you been to Lyon? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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June brought many sunny days in Lyon, ideal for active recreation. It rained some days, but the temperature remained pleasant. Nice place to relax in summer!— This text is automatically translated to English
Regular rain alternates with sunshine, so an umbrella is a must. During the day it is quite chilly, but of course bearable.— This text is automatically translated to English
Paradise for sun worshippers! I noticed that the evenings were pleasantly cool.— This text is automatically translated to English
I faced different conditions; Some days were sunny and mild, but there were also cold and rainy days. Bring an umbrella and multiple layers of clothing!— This text is automatically translated to English
The April weather in Lyon was pleasant with mild sunshine. The weather was a bit changeable with occasional showers, but that did not detract from the charm of the city. Ideal temperature for relaxing on the terrace.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Lyon by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lyon. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
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