What July feels like in Lyon
In Lyon, July brings mid-summer. Days are warm enough for short sleeves, and time outdoors is easy. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights stay mild. Some humidity hangs in the air, noticeable when the sun is strong.
Rain in Lyon in July
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 7.6 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. Across the year Lyon averages about 7.3 mm per rainy day, so July is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in July
Mid-month, Lyon gets 15 h 24 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:04 am to sunset near 9:28 pm. Evenings are drawing in — 18 min less daylight than mid-June. Measured sunshine covers about 82% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How July compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, July comes out as the warmest month in Lyon. Compared with June, afternoons are 2.2°C (4°F) warmer, with 9 mm less rain. Temperatures keep climbing into August. The next month's average high: 26.9°C (80.4°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — afternoons are too warm to linger outside.
Tips for visiting Lyon in July
Versatile Layers
Mornings and evenings are cooler than midday, so dress in layers.
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Lyon in July?
Afternoons average 27.4°C (81.3°F) and nights about 16.9°C (62.4°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Lyon in July?
It does: about 10 rainy days bring roughly 76 mm, so plan some indoor options.
What should I wear in Lyon in July?
The numbers point to versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is July or August better for visiting Lyon?
On our 12-month climate ranking, August comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #3). August has fewer rainy days.