Lyon Weather in December
France · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
December in Lyon is cold, with average daytime highs around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows near 2°C (36°F). Expect roughly 54mm of precipitation spread over about 9 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
8°C
46°F
Avg low
2°C
36°F
Rainfall
54mm
dry
Rainy days
9
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 58 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
December vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Lyon in December?
- December in Lyon is cold, with average daytime highs around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows near 2°C (36°F). Expect roughly 54mm of precipitation spread over about 9 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Lyon in December?
- Lyon sees around 54mm of precipitation in December on average — dry by global standards.
- Is December a good time to visit Lyon?
- December is a workable month to visit Lyon, but expect some weather trade-offs.