March 6 is generally a great time to visit Lyon. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°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 March 6
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10.9°C. 24% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Lyon in March
Based on historical data for March 6, Lyon typically experiences temperatures between 1.9°C and 10.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Lyon
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
10.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
1.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
9.5°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
24%
Avg 1.7mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~24% chance
Pressure
1015.9 hPa
High volatility
Lyon Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 95% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 32 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 48 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 80 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
6.6°C
Dry air
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
48/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~118
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Lyon
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:12
☀️ Noon
12:53
🌇 Sunset
18:34
⏱️ Daylight
11h 22m
Wind Speed
16.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.5 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Lyon
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 March 6 averages 10.9°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 68/100."
— 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
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March 11
12.8°C • 28% rain
Score
77
March 10
12.6°C • 27% rain
Score
76
March 12
12.7°C • 30% rain
Score
76
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📍 Is Lyon Worth Visiting on March 6?
Planning a trip to Lyon on March 6? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10.9°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 118 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 March 6 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 16°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to -2.5°C in 2022.