Monthly climate guide
Lyon weather in April
Expect mild weather in Lyon in April: afternoons reach about 17°C (62°F), while nights drop to around 5°C (42°F). Around 64 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than March and 3°C cooler than May.
What stands out in April
- Just 90 km apart, but Lyon runs about 3°C warmer than Grenoble this month.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Vieux Lyon.
- April brings mid-spring to Lyon.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 11°C, so pack a layer.
Avg high
17°C
62°F
Avg low
5°C
42°F
Rainfall
64 mm
some rain
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
60%
cloud · often cloudy
Lyon weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 43°F | 0°C / 31°F | 66 mm | 91% | 76% |
| February | 8°C / 46°F | -1°C / 30°F | 48 mm | 86% | 69% |
| March | 13°C / 55°F | 2°C / 36°F | 54 mm | 82% | 62% |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 5°C / 42°F | 64 mm | 77% | 60% |
| May | 20°C / 68°F | 9°C / 48°F | 85 mm | 76% | 65% |
| June | 25°C / 77°F | 13°C / 56°F | 76 mm | 71% | 59% |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 16°C / 60°F | 73 mm | 64% | 49% |
| August | 28°C / 83°F | 15°C / 60°F | 63 mm | 62% | 47% |
| September | 24°C / 75°F | 12°C / 53°F | 55 mm | 67% | 53% |
| October | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 81 mm | 79% | 66% |
| November | 11°C / 53°F | 3°C / 38°F | 86 mm | 88% | 73% |
| December | 8°C / 46°F | 1°C / 33°F | 77 mm | 91% | 71% |
What to pack for April
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is April a good time to visit Lyon?
Our Lyon guide recommends: April to June or September to October.
Eat at a traditional bouchon — Lyon's classic small restaurants serving hearty local dishes like quenelles and andouillette.
Best time to visit Lyon →Other France cities in April
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Lyon in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Lyon?
Yes. April is one of the best months for Lyon, with highs around 17°C and about 64 mm of rain.
How warm is Lyon in April?
Average highs are about 17°C (62°F) and average lows about 5°C (42°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Lyon in April?
Lyon typically gets around 64 mm of rain in April — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Lyon?
April to June or September to October.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Lyon (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.