Lyon · AutumnMonth summary
Lyon weather in November
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
41°F – 52°F
🌧 Rainy days
41% of days
☀️ Sunshine
6.3h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
4.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (9.0/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Lyon in November?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: November brings a challenging climate (4.2/10). July offers milder conditions if your dates are flexible.
By trip type
Lyon in November by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in November
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Lyon. Temperatures drop (11°F) and rain returns (41% of days). Expect rain on 41% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 34°F | 45°F | 40% | 0.1in | 5.1h | 3.7/10 |
| 🌫️ February | 36°F | 52°F | 30% | 0.1in | 7.7h | 5.1/10 |
| ⛅ March | 39°F | 55°F | 38% | 0.1in | 9.7h | 5.7/10 |
| ⛅ April | 45°F | 63°F | 31% | 0.1in | 11.3h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 52°F | 68°F | 40% | 0.1in | 12.2h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 61°F | 79°F | 36% | 0.1in | 13.4h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 63°F | 82°F | 27% | 0.1in | 13.7h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ August | 63°F | 84°F | 21% | 0.1in | 12.6h | 8.7/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 55°F | 73°F | 24% | 0.1in | 10.9h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 50°F | 64°F | 31% | 0.1in | 8.4h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 41°F | 52°F | 41% | 0.1in | 6.3h | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 36°F | 46°F | 38% | 0.1in | 5.0h | 4.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In November, Lyon averages 52°F, 41% rainy days and 6.3h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 4.2/10.
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Comparison
November vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 9.0/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +17°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -14%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +7.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Lyon in November
Is November a good time to visit Lyon?
November is not recommended for Lyon (score 4.2/10). With 41% rainy days and 6.3h of sunshine, consider July (9.0/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Lyon in November?
It's cool with 52°F daytime and 41°F at night. 6.3h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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