April 9 is generally a great time to visit Lyon. While there is a slight chance of rain (22%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 16°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Lyon—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Lyon
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Lyon Weather Forecast for April 9
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.1°C. 22% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Lyon in April
Based on historical data for April 9, Lyon typically experiences temperatures between 6°C and 16.1°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (22% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Lyon
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
22%
Avg 1.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
52%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.5 hPa
Medium volatility
Lyon Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 87% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 20 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 30 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 50 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
10°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
Moderate
56/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~138
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Lyon
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:07
☀️ Noon
12:43
🌇 Sunset
19:19
⏱️ Daylight
13h 12m
Wind Speed
17 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
67%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Lyon
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Lyon on April 9 averages 16.1°C with a 22% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 83/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Lyon Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
April 2
15°C • 25% rain
Score
88
April 7
15.9°C • 16% rain
Score
84
April 10
16.3°C • 20% rain
Score
84
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Lyon Worth Visiting on April 9?
Planning a trip to Lyon on April 9? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.1°C with a 22% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 138 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for France, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest April 9 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 23.5°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 3.2°C in 2019.