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Lyon in July: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Lyon in July will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Lyon, based on historical data.
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July

Weather in Lyon in July 2024

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Lyon in July? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +82°F and approximately 14 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 78 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • July is usually the hottest month of the year in Lyon;
  • July is usually the driest month of the year in Lyon

Average weather

☀️
+82°F
Avg. max. temperature
+48°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
78 mm
Total precipitation
61%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Lyon has good weather in July.

Average temperature in Lyon in July

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Lyon for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +102°F during the day to a minimum of +54°F during the night, the temperature in July averages around +88°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 37% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +73°F to +91°F.

Is Lyon warm or cold in July?

Lyon is typically warm in July.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +77°F to +82°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +59°F to +63°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

July is the hottest month in Lyon, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Lyon in July

Lyon weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
JuneJulyAugust
Avg. temperature
+77°F+82°F+81°F
Min. temperature
+43°F+48°F+43°F
Max. temperature
+100°F+104°F+104°F
Rainfall
89 mm78 mm86 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
65%61%64%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1015 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
91413
Cloudy days
121011
Rainy days
977
Snowy days
000

July weather is still as good as in June. It’s getting warmer as July arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +77°F to +82°F during the day. As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 89 mm to 78 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 65% to 61%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 9 to 14.

August brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Lyon in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Lyon is gradually increasing during July, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Lyon based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 16% chance of rain on an average day in July, with total rainfall of approximately 34 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 5 rainy days during July, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how July is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Lyon wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 29% chance of precipitation and 100 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 21% chance of precipitation and 53 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last July in Lyon?

This is the weather in Lyon in July 2023:
1 July
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+73°F
2 July
☀️
+84°F
3 July
☀️
+88°F
4 July
☀️
+80°F
5 July
☀️
+81°F
6 July
☀️
+80°F
7 July
☀️
+80°F
8 July
☀️
+79°F
9 July
☀️
+82°F
10 July
☀️
+82°F
11 July
☀️
+84°F
12 July
☀️
+88°F
13 July
☀️
+92°F
14 July
☀️
+97°F
15 July
☀️
+90°F
16 July
☀️
+88°F
17 July
☀️
+90°F
18 July
☀️
+98°F
19 July
☀️
+102°F
20 July
☀️
+96°F
21 July
☀️
+90°F
22 July
☀️
+97°F
23 July
☀️
+84°F
24 July
☀️
+94°F
25 July
☀️
+95°F
26 July
☀️
+84°F
27 July
☀️
+83°F
28 July
☀️
+90°F
29 July
☀️
+83°F
30 July
☀️
+89°F
31 July
☀️
+92°F
In July 2023 Lyon had 31 sunny days, 0 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +102°F and a minimum of +73°F. The average humidity was 51%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 20%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Lyon climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Lyon in July has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+75°F) and the highest in 2015 (+93°F). The driest year was 1990 with only 20 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 239 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Lyon in July:

Is July a good time to visit Lyon?

July is a really good time to go to Lyon. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Lyon.

Can you sunbathe in Lyon in July?

July is warm in Lyon. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Lyon rainy in July?

Lyon is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Lyon in July?

The amount of sunny days in Lyon during July varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in France

Check out the weather for other cities in France.

Monthly weather in Lyon

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Lyon, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.