France Lyon Weather in April — Climate Guide
April in Lyon is high
April is high for Lyon.
April is one of the best months in Lyon — mild, green, and lively. It averages 16°C/6°C with slightly higher rainfall (70mm) but plenty of sunshine.
Spring is in full swing: the Parc de la Tête d'Or and the riverbanks are green, café terraces fill up, and walking the traboules, Fourvière, and Croix-Rousse is a pleasure. The Beaujolais vineyards and Pérouges make perfect day trips as the countryside blooms.
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Lyon April Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
6°C
Rainy Days
11
70mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
comfortable
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 22
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
April Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
33 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
16°C
Nighttime
6°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for April
April Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- A top season — mild and green
- Café terrace and outdoor season starts
- Open bouchons + reasonable prices
- Great for day trips (Beaujolais, Pérouges)
Cons
- April showers — bring an umbrella
- Cool evenings
- Busier over Easter weekends
- Variable spring weather
April Events & Festivals
- Spring peak begins — a top season
- Easter (date varies) — busier weekends
- Green riverbanks, parks, and countryside
- Outdoor café and terrace season starts
Lyon in April — Full Picture
April is one of the best months in Lyon — mild, green, and lively. It averages 16°C/6°C with slightly higher rainfall (70mm) but plenty of sunshine.
Spring is in full swing: the Parc de la Tête d'Or and the riverbanks are green, café terraces fill up, and walking the traboules, Fourvière, and Croix-Rousse is a pleasure. The Beaujolais vineyards and Pérouges make perfect day trips as the countryside blooms.
This is when Lyon balances good weather with open bouchons (unlike August's closures) and pre-summer prices. Crowds build over Easter and spring weekends but stay manageable.
Note: April showers are real — pack a folding umbrella and a light jacket for cool evenings. Otherwise it's an excellent all-round month for combining the city's food, culture, and countryside.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Pleasant spring — around 16°C/6°C. Light layers, a shirt or light sweater, and a jacket for cool evenings. A folding umbrella for spring showers. Sunglasses for brighter days.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current16.3°C
6.7°C
11/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
26.7°C
15.3°C
8.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
17.7°C
9°C
10.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
7°C
1.3°C
9.7/mo
Lyon Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6° | 1° | 10d·50mm | 2.5h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | 1° | 9d·45mm | 3.5h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 4° | 10d·50mm | 5h | 73% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 16° | 6° | 11d·70mm | 6h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Shoulder |
| May (Best) | 20° | 10° | 12d·85mm | 6.5h | 70% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 24° | 14° | 10d·75mm | 7.5h | 65% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 28° | 16° | 8d·65mm | 8.5h | 60% | 8 | Busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 16° | 7d·65mm | 8h | 60% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| September (Best) | 24° | 13° | 9d·80mm | 6.5h | 68% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| 18° | 9° | 11d·95mm | 4.5h | 76% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 5° | 11d·75mm | 2.5h | 83% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 2° | 10d·55mm | 2h | 85% | 1 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is April a good time to visit Lyon?
Lyon in April is high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Lyon in April?
Lyon April averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C.
Does it rain much in Lyon in April?
Lyon April averages 70mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Lyon in April?
Pleasant spring — around 16°C/6°C. Light layers, a shirt or light sweater, and a jacket for cool evenings. A folding umbrella for spring showers. Sunglasses for brighter days.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Lyon in April?
Lyon April sunrise is 06:45 and sunset is 20:30, with 13h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Lyon in April?
Lyon April air quality (AQI) averages 46, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Lyon in April?
In April, Lyon is great for Traboules and Croix-Rousse walks, Café terraces and riverbanks, Beaujolais or Pérouges day trip.
Is April peak season in Lyon?
Lyon April crowds are busy and prices are shoulder. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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