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Best Time to Visit Lyon

The best months to visit Lyon are May, Aug, Sep. Here is the full monthly breakdown.

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Best Months: May, Aug, Sep

These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Lyon. Expect highs of 21°C to 29°C to 23°C with relatively dry conditions.

Warmest Month

August

29°C high

Coldest Month

January

1°C low

Driest Month

August

7 rain days

Wettest Month

March

16 rain days

Monthly Weather

January

High: 8°C / Low: 1°C

14 rain days

8°

1°Jan

February

High: 10°C / Low: 2°C

9 rain days

10°

2°Feb

March

High: 14°C / Low: 5°C

16 rain days

14°

5°Mar

April

High: 16°C / Low: 7°C

13 rain days

16°

7°Apr

May

High: 21°C / Low: 11°C

15 rain days

21°

11°May

June

High: 27°C / Low: 16°C

11 rain days

27°

16°Jun

July

High: 28°C / Low: 17°C

10 rain days

28°

17°Jul

August

High: 29°C / Low: 17°C

7 rain days

29°

17°Aug

September

High: 23°C / Low: 13°C

11 rain days

23°

13°Sep

October

High: 18°C / Low: 10°C

12 rain days

18°

10°Oct

November

High: 11°C / Low: 5°C

14 rain days

11°

5°Nov

December

High: 8°C / Low: 2°C

12 rain days

8°

2°Dec

Best monthsTemperatures in °C (high/low)

Tourist Seasons in Lyon

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Peak Season

May, August, September

+Best weather conditions
+Most activities and events
-Higher prices and larger crowds
-Book accommodation well in advance

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Shoulder Season

April, June, July, October

+Good weather, fewer tourists
+Better value for accommodation
+More authentic local experiences
~Some attractions may have reduced hours

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Off Season

January, February, March, November, December

+Lowest prices of the year
+No crowds at attractions
-Weather may be less favourable
-Some seasonal businesses may close

Month-by-Month Breakdown

Month	High	Low	Rain Days	Season	Packing Tip
January	8°C	1°C	14	Off Season	Pack heavy winter clothing and thermal layers, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
February	10°C	2°C	9	Off Season	Pack heavy winter clothing and thermal layers, a light rain jacket.
March	14°C	5°C	16	Off Season	Pack warm layers and a jacket, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
April	16°C	7°C	13	Shoulder Season	Pack warm layers and a jacket, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
May★	21°C	11°C	15	Peak Season	Pack layers for comfortable days, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
June	27°C	16°C	11	Shoulder Season	Pack light summer clothes and sunscreen, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
July	28°C	17°C	10	Shoulder Season	Pack light summer clothes and sunscreen, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
August★	29°C	17°C	7	Peak Season	Pack light summer clothes and sunscreen, a light rain jacket.
September★	23°C	13°C	11	Peak Season	Pack layers for comfortable days, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
October	18°C	10°C	12	Shoulder Season	Pack warm layers and a jacket, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
November	11°C	5°C	14	Off Season	Pack warm layers and a jacket, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.
December	8°C	2°C	12	Off Season	Pack heavy winter clothing and thermal layers, a waterproof jacket and umbrella.

Season Timeline

JanJ

FebF

MarM

AprA

MayM

JunJ

JulJ

AugA

SepS

OctO

NovN

DecD

PeakShoulderOff Season

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Lyon?

The best months to visit Lyon are May, Aug, Sep. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall.

What is the weather like in Lyon?

Lyon has temperatures ranging from 1°C to 29°C throughout the year. Summer (June to August) is the warmest period.

When is peak tourist season in Lyon?

Peak tourist season in Lyon is typically around May and Aug and Sep. For lower prices and fewer crowds, consider visiting during shoulder season months.

Is Lyon worth visiting in winter?

Winter in Lyon (December to February) sees lows of around 1°C. It can be cold, but you will find lower prices and thinner crowds.

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