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Lyon Weather, When to Go and Lyon Climate Information
(Lyon, Rhône Alpes, France, FR)



Lyon's weather is strongly influenced by its geographical location in the Rhône Valley, which means that cold winds blow in from the Alps, whilst warm breezes arrive from the Mediterranean in the south, affecting the climate. As a result, Lyon enjoys a fairly temperate climate.

It's worth noting that Lyon's weather can be rather unpredictable. In particular, rain can arrive at any time of the year, whatever the temperature, so visitors to Lyon should always come prepared.




Lyon Weather and Climate: Seasonal Variations / When to Go - Lyon, France, FR
Wet springs are the norm in Lyon. However, temperatures remain generally quite pleasant at this time of year, averaging around 50°C /10°F, and sometimes rising to around 59°C /15°F.

Summer visitors to Lyon can expect to enjoy warm, sunny weather and a particularly pleasant climate between June and September. In fact, Lyon enjoys an average of 2,000 sunshine hours per year. July and August can be very hot, with daytime temperatures often reaching a maximum of 35°C / 95°F. The months of June and September are best, if you're planning to go sightseeing in Lyon and want to avoid both the summer crowds and the heat.

Lyon enjoys relatively mild weather and a pleasant climate during the autumn months, although this is the time of the year when rainfall is at its highest levels, so an umbrella and wet weather gear are essential.

As you would expect from its location so close to the Alps, Lyon's weather turns cold during the winter months. Winter temperatures stay at or just above freezing and the biting winds can make the overall climate seem much colder. Sleet and snow showers are not uncommon.


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Lyon Weather and Climate Chart - Lyon, France, FR

	Maximum	Minimum
Lyon weather in January	6°C / 43°F	1°C / 34°F
Lyon weather in February	8°C / 46°F	1°C / 34°F
Lyon weather in March	12°C / 54°F	3°C / 37°F
Lyon weather in April	14°C / 57°F	6°C / 43°F
Lyon weather in May	19°C / 66°F	10°C / 50°F
Lyon weather in June	23°C / 73°F	14°C / 57°F
Lyon weather in July	27°C / 81°F	16°C / 61°F
Lyon weather in August	26°C / 79°F	16°C / 61°F
Lyon weather in September	22°C / 72°F	12°C / 54°F
Lyon weather in October	16°C / 61°F	8°C / 46°F
Lyon weather in November	10°C / 50°F	4°C / 39°F
Lyon weather in December	7°C / 45°F	2°C / 36°F

 
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