Lyon Weather in January
France · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in Lyon is cold, with average daytime highs around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows near 1°C (34°F). Expect roughly 50mm of precipitation spread over about 8 rainy days, with little rainfall.
Avg high
7°C
45°F
Avg low
1°C
34°F
Rainfall
50mm
dry
Rainy days
8
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 71 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Lyon in January?
- January in Lyon is cold, with average daytime highs around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows near 1°C (34°F). Expect roughly 50mm of precipitation spread over about 8 rainy days, with little rainfall.
- Does it rain a lot in Lyon in January?
- Lyon sees around 50mm of precipitation in January on average — dry by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit Lyon?
- January is a workable month to visit Lyon, but expect some weather trade-offs.