Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for February
| Metric | Lyon | Paris | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 9°C (48°F)▲ | 8°C (46°F) | Lyon |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 1°C (34°F) | 1°C (34°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days | 10 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 55 mm | 48 mm▲ | Paris |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day▲ | 6h/day | Lyon |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 16 km/h▲ | 20 km/h | Lyon |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Lyon edges ahead as the better destination in February. Lyon offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Paris sees 6 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.
Lyon is on the cooler side at 9°C, requiring warmer clothing. Paris is cooler at 8°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in February. Lyon receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Lyon reaches an average high of 9°C (48°F) and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night during February. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Paris averages 8°C (46°F) for the high and 1°C (34°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in February.
Lyon receives approximately 55 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during February. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Paris sees 48 mm over 10 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 9°C, lows of 1°C, 10 rain days
Highs of 8°C, lows of 1°C, 10 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during February.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. February is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Lyon | Paris | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 7°C | 13d | 7°C | 12d |
| Feb | 9°C | 10d | 8°C | 10d |
| Mar | 13°C | 11d | 12°C | 11d |
| Apr | 16°C | 12d | 15°C | 11d |
| May | 20°C | 13d | 19°C | 11d |
| Jun | 24°C | 12d | 22°C | 10d |
| Jul | 27°C | 10d | 24°C | 10d |
| Aug | 27°C | 9d | 24°C | 9d |
| Sep | 22°C | 9d | 21°C | 8d |
| Oct | 17°C | 11d | 16°C | 11d |
| Nov | 11°C | 12d | 11°C | 11d |
| Dec | 7°C | 12d | 7°C | 12d |
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