May 16 is generally a great time to visit Lyon. While there is a slight chance of rain (29%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 20°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 May 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 19.6°C. 29% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Lyon in May
Based on historical data for May 16, Lyon typically experiences temperatures between 10.4°C and 19.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 29% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Lyon
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
19.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
19.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
29%
Avg 2.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
60%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.5 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 83% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 17 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 26 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 43 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.8°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
49/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~120
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Lyon
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:09
☀️ Noon
12:38
🌇 Sunset
20:06
⏱️ Daylight
14h 57m
Wind Speed
17.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
69%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Lyon
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
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 May 16 averages 19.6°C with a 29% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 94/100."
— 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
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May 22
21.4°C • 21% rain
Score
98
May 23
21.6°C • 20% rain
Score
98
May 18
20.3°C • 26% rain
Score
96
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📍 Is Lyon Worth Visiting on May 16?
Planning a trip to Lyon on May 16? 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 19.6°C with a 29% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 120 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 May 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.3°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 4.5°C in 2016.