What is the weather like in Lyon in July?

Expect temperatures between 17°C and 27°C with 19% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Lyon in July?

Lyon in July scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Lyon in July?

July in Lyon is ideal for: Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples.

Lyon Weather in July | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

27°C

Hottest around day 20

Avg Low

17°C

Coolest around day 7

Rainy Days

3days

19% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Summer 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 July a Good Time to Visit Lyon?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(64/100)

Short Answer

Lyon's July delivers on its reputation: 27°C, 19% rain, 12.4h sunshine. The trade-off? Peak crowds and prices at 99% capacity.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

99% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Plenty of sunshine

12.4h of sunshine daily

Exceptional dining scene

88 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 27.3°C temperatures and low 19% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 27.3°C, 19% rain chance
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Photographers
12.4h sunshine, 56% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 99/100 with romantic weather conditions

Who Should Avoid

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Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Lyon in July averages 27°C with 19% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Lyon in July

What are the temperatures in Lyon in July?

Daytime highs average 27°C, nights drop to 17°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Lyon in July?

Expect around 3 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Lyon in July?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is July peak season in Lyon?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Lyon Weather in July

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