What is the weather like in Lyon in February?

Expect temperatures between 1°C and 9°C with 24% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Lyon in February?

Lyon in February scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Lyon in February?

February in Lyon is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Lyon Weather in February | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

9°C

Hottest around day 22

Avg Low

1°C

Coolest around day 12

Rainy Days

12days

24% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Lyon

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

French

Driving

Right side

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.895

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

55/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Sep

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

106

Jan

120

Feb

118

Mar

138

Apr

120

May

217

Jun

244

Jul

223

Aug

247

Sep

233

Oct

168

Nov

232

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Bordeaux/Mérignac Bordeaux-Mérignac (BOD)

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)

Nantes Atlantique (NTE)

Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS)

Madrid Adolfo Suárez –Barajas (MAD)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to France. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to France.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in France.If rabies exposures occur while in France, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

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Is February a Good Time to Visit Lyon?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(65/100)

Short Answer

Lyon's February averages 10°C - cold but manageable with proper attire. Lower tourism (49% of peak) means better prices and fewer queues.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

49% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Exceptional dining scene

88 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
79% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Lyon in February averages 9°C with 24% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Lyon in February

What are the temperatures in Lyon in February?

Daytime highs average 9°C, nights drop to 1°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Lyon in February?

Expect around 12 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Lyon in February?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is February peak season in Lyon?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Lyon Weather in February

Lyon February Weather Calendar