Paris vs Lyon

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.

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

Paris reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Lyon averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 9°C (48°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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.

Paris receives approximately 61 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Lyon sees 99 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.