France Lyon Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Lyon is high
October is high for Lyon.
October in Lyon is mild and atmospheric, with autumn colors and good value. It averages 18°C/9°C with the highest autumn rainfall (95mm) and shorter, greyer days.
The Parc de la Tête d'Or and the riverbanks turn golden, and crisp days are pleasant for walking the old town and hills. As the weather cools, Lyon's hearty bouchon cooking and the covered Les Halles come back into their own. Crowds thin and prices ease after the September peak.
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Lyon October Weather Stats
Avg High
18°C
Avg Low
9°C
Rainy Days
11
95mm total
Sunshine
4.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
76%
comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 21
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
35 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
17°C
Nighttime
8°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 21 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Mild days + autumn foliage
- Shoulder-season value
- Thinner crowds
- Cozy bouchon and market weather
Cons
- Wettest autumn month
- Shorter, greyer days
- Big day-night swing
- Damp cobbles underfoot
October Events & Festivals
- Autumn foliage in parks and along the rivers
- Wetter, cooler days — indoor appeal returns
- Shoulder-season value
- Open bouchons + cozy food weather
Lyon in October — Full Picture
October in Lyon is mild and atmospheric, with autumn colors and good value. It averages 18°C/9°C with the highest autumn rainfall (95mm) and shorter, greyer days.
The Parc de la Tête d'Or and the riverbanks turn golden, and crisp days are pleasant for walking the old town and hills. As the weather cools, Lyon's hearty bouchon cooking and the covered Les Halles come back into their own. Crowds thin and prices ease after the September peak.
It's a comfortable month to balance outdoor wandering with indoor pleasures — museums, bouchons, and the market. Beaujolais and Pérouges day trips still work, with autumn vineyards a nice backdrop.
Note: October is the wettest autumn month and days shorten quickly, so pack an umbrella and layers, and plan some indoor time. Evenings turn properly cool, ideal for a warming quenelle and a pot of Beaujolais.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Cooler autumn — around 18°C/9°C with a big day-night swing. Layers, a sweater, and a jacket for cool evenings. A folding umbrella for the wetter weather. Comfortable shoes for damp cobbles.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
16.3°C
6.7°C
11/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
26.7°C
15.3°C
8.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current17.7°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 October a good time to visit Lyon?
Lyon in October is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Lyon in October?
Lyon October averages a high of 18°C and a low of 9°C.
Does it rain much in Lyon in October?
Lyon October averages 95mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Lyon in October?
Cooler autumn — around 18°C/9°C with a big day-night swing. Layers, a sweater, and a jacket for cool evenings. A folding umbrella for the wetter weather. Comfortable shoes for damp cobbles.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Lyon in October?
Lyon October sunrise is 07:55 and sunset is 18:50, with 10h 55min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Lyon in October?
Lyon October air quality (AQI) averages 48, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Lyon in October?
In October, Lyon is great for Autumn walks (Parc de la Tête d'Or, riverbanks), Bouchons and Les Halles, Museums (Beaux-Arts, Confluences).
Is October peak season in Lyon?
Lyon October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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