Lyon in Spring — Weather & What to Expect
Spring in Lyon (March, April, May) averages daytime highs of 17.4°C and lows of 7.2°C, with around 192.1mm of rain across the season (25 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (March, April, May).
In the northern hemisphere, spring in Lyon covers March, April, May.
Spring in Lyon month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March | 13.7°C | 3.8°C | 52.3mm | 8 | 10/10 |
| April | 17.1°C | 6.6°C | 49.0mm | 7 | 10/10 |
| May | 21.3°C | 11.1°C | 90.8mm | 10 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Lyon in spring
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light waterproof layer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- A warm layer for cool evenings
Frequently Asked Questions
Is spring a good time to visit Lyon?
Spring in Lyon rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 17.4°C with 192.1mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Lyon in spring?
Daytime highs average 17.4°C (63.3°F) across March, April, May, with nights around 7.2°C.
What months are spring in Lyon?
Lyon is in the northern hemisphere, so spring covers March, April, May.
See also: best time to visit Lyon · Lyon annual climate · Lyon in summer · Lyon in autumn · Lyon in winter
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Spring in Lyon — what to pack
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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.