2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Lyon in May

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

May is an excellent time to visit Lyon. Lyon has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 22°C, lows of 12°C, and approximately 8 rainy days per month.

Avg High

22°C

Avg Low

12°C

Rainy days

8days

Daylight

14.9h

Is May a good time to visit Lyon?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:10 AM

Sunset

9:05 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 9°C 2°C 7 Good
February 12°C 3°C 10 Good
March 14°C 4°C 5 Good
April 21°C 9°C 6 Excellent (best)
May 22°C 12°C 8 Excellent (best)
June 25°C 15°C 10 Excellent (best)
July 30°C 17°C 6 Good
August 29°C 18°C 5 Good
September 25°C 15°C 9 Excellent (best)
October 16°C 9°C 15 Excellent (best)
November 13°C 5°C 6 Good
December 9°C 3°C 21 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Lyon? +

May is typically Excellent for visiting Lyon, with average highs of 22°C and around 8 rainy days.

What should I pack for Lyon in May? +

With highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Lyon in May? +

Lyon typically sees around 8 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Lyon in May? +

In May, Lyon gets approximately 14.9 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Lyon? +

Yes, May is peak season in Lyon. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Lyon? +

The best months to visit Lyon are April, May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Paris)

Last Updated: January 2026

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