Lyon vs Paris

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Lyon edges ahead as the better destination in October. Lyon offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Paris sees 6 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Lyon sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Paris is also comfortable at 16°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in October. Lyon receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Lyon reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Paris averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 9°C (48°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 October.

Lyon receives approximately 99 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Paris sees 61 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.