August · France
Best time to visit Lyon in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lyon in August
Average temperature 23°C, 51 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 61% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
9.3/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 23°C
- Rainfall
- 51 mm
- Humidity
- 61%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Lyon scores 9.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 23°C, 51 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lyon's bouchons and traboules thread between the Rhône and Saône, with Fourvière looking over the whole grid.
August: the best month of the year in Lyon
August averages 23°C (73°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rainfall runs 51 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 14.1 hours of daylight.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Lyon at 9.3/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lyon in August?
- In August, Lyon averages 23°C, 51 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Lyon?
- August earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lyon in August?
- Expect about 51 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 61% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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