Best Time to Visit Lyon for a City Trip | Weather by Month

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City Trips Potential

93/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

June, September, July

Avoid

January, February, December

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Weather

3°C – 21°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Lyon for a city trip is June, September, July, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Lyon

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	33Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	3°	6°	60	15.1	89%	shoulder
February	39Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	4°	8°	46	11.9	85%	dry
March	46Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	8°	12°	55	12.9	73%	shoulder
April	65Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	11°	16°	80	15	66%	shoulder
May	87Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	15°	20°	85	14.9	68%	shoulder
June	93Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	18°	24°	74	11.5	64%	shoulder
July	88Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	21°	27°	79	10.5	61%	shoulder
August	88Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	21°	26°	73	11.3	64%	shoulder
September	92Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	17°	22°	84	12.1	69%	shoulder
October	75Good Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	12°	16°	97	14.1	75%	shoulder
November	39Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	7°	10°	91	15.9	85%	shoulder
December	36Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	4°	6°	61	13.9	85%	shoulder