Verdict: Fair month
Lyon Weather in December
December is properly cold in Lyon, with highs of only 8°C (46°F). Expect showers on roughly 14 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. December is workable in Lyon if your dates are fixed — just plan around the conditions.
Average high
8°C / 46°F
Average low
2°C / 36°F
Rain days
~14
Precipitation
96 mm
What to pack for Lyon in December
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 14 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Lyon: Jul (28°C / 82°F) · Coolest: Jan (7°C / 45°F) · Wettest: Dec (~14 rain days)
7°
1°
Jan
11°
2°
Feb
14°
4°
Mar
17°
7°
Apr
21°
11°
May
26°
16°
Jun
28°
17°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
24°
14°
Sep
18°
10°
Oct
11°
5°
Nov
8°
2°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)