What May feels like in Lyon
For Lyon, May is late spring on the calendar. Mild afternoons make it easy to spend hours outdoors. After dark the temperature drops clearly: nights are cool. Moist air is typical, yet it seldom feels heavy at this time of year.
Rain in Lyon in May
May is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about one day in 2. Wet days average about 7.5 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 7.3 mm per wet day. May is Lyon's wettest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in May
In mid-May, sunrise is at about 6:10 am and sunset at about 9:03 pm (local time) — 14 h 53 min of daylight. Since mid-April the day has gained 1 h 24 min. About 73% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How May compares to the rest of the year
May is the 5th warmest month of the year in Lyon. Compared with April, afternoons are 3.4°C (6.1°F) warmer, with 29 mm more rain. June continues the upward trend. By June, typical highs are 25.2°C (77.4°F).
Who May suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — pleasant for gardens, parks and riversides.
Tips for visiting Lyon in May
Versatile Layers
Days are noticeably warmer than nights — layers you can add or remove.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Lyon in May?
It feels mild: typical highs are 20.3°C (68.5°F), with lows near 10.7°C (51.3°F).
Does it rain a lot in Lyon in May?
Quite a lot — 98 mm spread over about 13 days.
What should I wear in Lyon in May?
Pack versatile layers, rain protection and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is May or June better for visiting Lyon?
On our 12-month climate ranking, June comes out ahead (#6 of 12 vs #7). June is warmer and has fewer rainy days.