When to go
Lyon in December
In December, Lyon averages daytime highs of 6°C and night-time lows of -1°C, with about 63 mm of rain over the month. That makes December the 11th warmest and the 7th wettest month of the year here. The most comfortable months are usually July, August and September.
- Average high
- 6°C
- Average low
- -1°C
- Rainfall
- 63 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
Climate
Lyon weather through the year
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °C | 5 | 7 | 11 | 16 | 19 | 24 | 27 | 26 | 22 | 17 | 10 | 6 |
| Low °C | -2 | -2 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 13 | 15 | 14 | 10 | 7 | 2 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 54 | 46 | 54 | 61 | 82 | 67 | 65 | 66 | 62 | 82 | 85 | 63 |
Where to stay
Popular hotels in Lyon
Sofitel Lyon Bellecour
★★★★★Hotels1.2 km from centre
8.2
Very good
Radisson Blu Hotel, Lyon
★★★★Hotels1.4 km from centre
8.1
Very good
Mercure Lyon Centre Plaza République
★★★★Hotels1.6 km from centre
8.0
Very good
Lyon Marriott Hotel Cité Internationale
★★★★Hotels4.0 km from centre
8.1
Very good
Le Royal Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection
★★★★★Hotels1.4 km from centre
8.6
Excellent
Warwick Reine Astrid - Lyon
★★★★Aparthotels2.9 km from centre
8.9
Excellent
FAQ
Lyon in December: questions
Is December a good time to visit Lyon?
December is not among the most comfortable months in Lyon; July, August and September are usually better. Expect highs around 6°C and 63 mm of rain (NASA climate averages, 2001–2020).
How hot is Lyon in December?
The average daytime high in Lyon in December is 6°C and the average low is -1°C.
Does it rain in Lyon in December?
Lyon gets about 63 mm of rain in December on average, making it the 7th wettest month. Average humidity is 91%.
How much are hotels in Lyon in December?
Prices depend on dates and availability. Search Lyon for December on book.maqami.co to see live prices; signed-in members save up to 10% versus the guest price.
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