Lyon Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Lyon experiences an humid subtropical climate, bordering on an oceanic climate. The weather in the city can be very unpredictable. You can expect rain throughout the year, but winter months are normally the driest. During summer there are often heavy storms.
The city has quite hot summers and generally mild winters. From June to September, it can easily exceed 30°C. The coldest period of the year is from December to March. October and November are still very mild and pleasant.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Lyon can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in July to a chilly 8°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 1°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Lyon is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1043 mm. The wettest period in Lyon occurs in November, which receives around 107 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Lyon experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 67 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Lyon, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.5 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 1.8 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Lyon.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 86%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Lyon in France
During the months of May, June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 107 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 67 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 285 hours of sunshine.
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