October weather forecastLyon, France
October
Weather in October
Autumn is in full swing in Lyon by October. Chilly winds replace the summer breeze, and temperatures hover in the more comfortable range throughout the day. The weather remains mostly dry, even though it becomes the second wettest month of the year with rainfall accumulating to 99mm (3.9"). This time of year, the city showcases the captivating beauty of the fall season, with trees sporting hues of orange, red, and yellow. Despite the cooling weather, October remains an aesthetically pleasing month to visit Lyon.Temperature
October involves a decrease in temperature, down from a pleasant 22.7°C (72.9°F) in September to a comfortable 17.4°C (63.3°F). Throughout October, the average low-temperature records at a chilly 9.3°C (48.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 82%.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall in Lyon. Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 99mm (3.9") of precipitation.Snowfall
May through October are months without snowfall in Lyon.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 10h and 56min.On the first day of October in Lyon, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 19:20 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 17:28 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Lyon is 4.2h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Lyon is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Lyon, France
- Average high temperature in October: 17.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 9.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.3°C).
Average humidity in October
Lyon, France
- Average humidity in October: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (65%).
Average rainfall in October
Lyon, France
- Average rainfall in October: 98.6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (98.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (44.1mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Lyon, France
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.9 days).
Average snowfall days in October
Lyon, France
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lyon, France
- Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).
Average UV index in October
Lyon, France
- Average UV index in October: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
