Lyon Weather in August
France · August climate averages and travel tips
Avg high27°C (81°F)
Avg low15°C (59°F)
Rainfall62 mm (2.4 in)
RatingExcellent 9.8/10
Lyon in August sees daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), dropping to about 15°C (59°F) at night. August is summer in France. The month is moderately rainy, with about 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain spread over 9 days. You get roughly 13.9 hours of daylight and a mix of sun and cloud.
Is August a good time to visit Lyon?
Yes — August is one of the best months to visit Lyon. The weather rates excellent (9.8/10) on our comfort score.
August weather at a glance
| Average high | 27°C (81°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 15°C (59°F) |
| Daily mean | 21°C (70°F) |
| Rainfall | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 9 |
| Humidity | 67% |
| Cloud cover | 49% |
| Daylight | 13.9 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 7.8 hours/day |
| Wind | 7.3 km/h |
| vs July | About as warm as July, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Lyon in August
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- swimwear
Lyon weather in other months
Jan6°C / 0°C57 mmPoorFeb8°C / 0°C47 mmFairMar13°C / 2°C57 mmGoodApr17°C / 6°C66 mmExcellentMay20°C / 9°C91 mmExcellentJun24°C / 14°C79 mmExcellentJul27°C / 16°C69 mmExcellentAug27°C / 15°C62 mmExcellentSep23°C / 12°C71 mmExcellentOct18°C / 8°C83 mmExcellentNov11°C / 4°C86 mmFairDec7°C / 1°C73 mmPoor
← JulyBest time to visit LyonSeptember →
Nearby in August
- Geneva25°C · 91 mm
- Bern23°C · 122 mm
- Marseille32°C · 21 mm
- Nice26°C · 28 mm
- Cannes30°C · 24 mm
- Lucerne22°C · 157 mm
Where else is good in August? See where to go in August.