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FranceThe weather in August in Lyon
It's warm in August in Lyon with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 19°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Lyon. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Lyon, France. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 41°C in 2023, Lyon reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 48 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Lyon
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Lyon. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Lyon | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 48 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 8 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Lyon with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 29°C, with nights around 18°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Lyon is around 29°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Lyon, France. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Lyon
Temperature in August in Lyon over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Lyon, France. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Lyon
Total precipitation in August in Lyon over the years
Daily UV index in August in Lyon
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Lyon, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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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.