Lyon in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Lyon (September, October, November) averages daytime highs of 18.1°C and lows of 9.8°C, with around 253.4mm of rain across the season (30 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (September, October, November).
In the northern hemisphere, autumn in Lyon covers September, October, November.
Autumn in Lyon month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 24.5°C | 14.2°C | 67.3mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| October | 18.5°C | 10.1°C | 115.7mm | 10 | 9/10 |
| November | 11.4°C | 5.0°C | 70.4mm | 12 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Lyon in autumn
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Light waterproof layer
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Compact travel umbrella
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Lyon?
Autumn in Lyon rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 18.1°C with 253.4mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Lyon in autumn?
Daytime highs average 18.1°C (64.6°F) across September, October, November, with nights around 9.8°C.
What months are autumn in Lyon?
Lyon is in the northern hemisphere, so autumn covers September, October, November.
See also: best time to visit Lyon · Lyon annual climate · Lyon in spring · Lyon in summer · Lyon in winter
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Autumn in Lyon — what to pack
Thermal travel layers
Pack proper layers — winters are genuinely cold and evenings drop fast year-round.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.