February · France
Best time to visit Lyon in February Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lyon in February
Average temperature 6°C, 46 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
February score
6.9/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 46 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
February in Lyon scores 6.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 6°C, 46 mm of rain, and roughly 18 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.
February in Lyon — middling scores, decent value
Expect 6°C (43°F) in February. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 46 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.4 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 6.9/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Lyon — 2.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lyon in February?
- In February, Lyon averages 6°C, 46 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is February a good time to visit Lyon?
- February earns a 6.9/10 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 February?
- Expect about 46 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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