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Weather in Lyon for January 2026

Your guide to Lyon weather in January - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Lyon typically experiences moderate snowfall in January, with an average of 7 snowy days.
    According to Lyon snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.

    • Temperatures

  • Until now, January 2026 in Lyon has been nearly identical to the historical average, with a temperature of 6.3 °C (showing only a slight deviation of -0.4 °C).

  • The forecast for the next days in Lyon predicts temperatures to be around 10 °C, close to the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Lyon at the beginning of January is 7.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 8.6 °C by the end of January.

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Average dry days
6
Dry days
Average rainy days
18
Rainy days
Average snowy days
7
Snow days
Average temperatures
7°/1°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
14 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
79 %
Avg humidity

Lyon Weather January

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December
February
Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.Sun.
1
Overcast
10°
2
Light freezing rain
9°
3
Patchy rain possible
8°
4
Overcast
7°
5
Overcast
6°
6
Overcast
6°
7
Cloudy
6°
8
Overcast
5°
9
Moderate rain at times
6°
10
Patchy rain possible
5°
11
Cloudy
4°
12
Overcast
4°
13
Sunny
6°
14
Sunny
8°
15
Moderate rain at times
7°
16
Overcast
6°
17
Moderate rain at times
7°
18
Overcast
5°
19
Partly cloudy
6°
20
Partly cloudy
6°
21
Cloudy
7°
22
Moderate or heavy rain shower
7°
23
Light rain
7°
24
Patchy rain possible
8°
25
Overcast
9°
26
Patchy rain possible
6°
27
Light freezing rain
8°
28
Overcast
9°
29
Overcast
9°
30
Patchy rain possible
10°
31
Patchy rain possible
9°

Temperatures trend during January in Lyon

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

January weather in Lyon day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 10° /2° 1.1 mm 0 cm
2 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 9° /3° 3.7 mm 0 cm
3 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /2° 1.3 mm 0 cm
4 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 7° /1° 2.1 mm 0 cm
5 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 6° /1° 2.8 mm 0 cm
6 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 6° /1° 3.2 mm 0 cm
7 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 6° /0° 0.6 mm 0.2 cm
8 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 5° /1° 4.8 mm 1 cm
9 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 6° /1° 2.9 mm 0.1 cm
10 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 5° /0° 1.3 mm 0.1 cm
11 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 4° /0° 0.7 mm 0 cm
12 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 4° /-1° 1.4 mm 0.8 cm
13 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 6° /0° 3.5 mm 0.1 cm
14 Jan. Sunny
Sunny
 8° /0° 2.1 mm 0 cm
15 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 7° /0° 2.7 mm 0 cm
16 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 6° /-1° 0.6 mm 0.2 cm
17 Jan. Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 7° /0° 4.3 mm 0.7 cm
18 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 5° /-1° 2.6 mm 0.8 cm
19 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 6° /-1° 0.3 mm 0 cm
20 Jan. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 6° /-1° 0.4 mm 0 cm
21 Jan. Cloudy
Cloudy
 7° /0° 0.7 mm 0 cm
22 Jan. Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 7° /1° 3.7 mm 0 cm
23 Jan. Light rain
Light rain
 7° /1° 2.4 mm 0 cm
24 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /0° 0.4 mm 0 cm
25 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 9° /2° 0.7 mm 0 cm
26 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 6° /1° 1.6 mm 0 cm
27 Jan. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 8° /1° 6.3 mm 0 cm
28 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 9° /1° 4.8 mm 0 cm
29 Jan. Overcast
Overcast
 9° /2° 1.3 mm 0 cm
30 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 10° /2° 4.6 mm 0 cm
31 Jan. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 9° /4° 1.7 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lyon in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Lyon forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Lyon weather in January vs December vs February

Compare January weather in Lyon with the previous and following months. See how temperature, rainfall, wind, and other conditions change throughout the year to help you plan your visit.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
WeatherPatchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Cloudy
Cloudy
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Temperatures8°/2°7°/1°11°/3°
Rainfall119 mm69 mm47 mm
Snowfall2 cm4 cm1 cm
Wind13.1 km/h14.5 km/h14.6 km/h
Humidity81%79%74%
Rainy days26 days18 days15 days
Snow days3 days7 days1 days
Dry days2 days6 days13 days

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Lyon in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lyon during January?

Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 7° and colder nights, dipping below 1°.

How much rainfall should be expected in Lyon during January?

Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Lyon during January, with a total of 69.3 mm spread over approximately 18 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

Will it snow in Lyon in January 2026?

Lyon experiences an average snowfall of 4.47 cm during January, occurring over 7 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Lyon during January?

The average wind speed in Lyon during January is 14 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

What to pack to Lyon in January?

As you prepare for your trip to Lyon in January, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Lyon, during January, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

  • Clothing
    • Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
    • Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
  • Footwear
    • Waterproof Shoes
  • Accessories
    • Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
    • Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
    • Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
    • Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days

Lyon snow forecast January 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Lyon’s snowy potential this January ❄️
On average, Lyon sees 7 snowy days during January, with approximately 4.5 cm of total snowfall.

January rainfall patterns in Lyon

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Lyons January weather 💧
Typically, Lyon has 18 rainy days in January with a total of 69.3 mm of rainfall.

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