Paris vs Lyon

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Lyon edges ahead as the better destination in August. Lyon offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Paris sees 11 sunshine hours and 9 rain days.

Paris sits in the comfortable travel range at 24°C. Lyon is also comfortable at 27°C.

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

Paris reaches an average high of 24°C (75°F) and drops to 15°C (59°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Lyon averages 27°C (81°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Paris receives approximately 57 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during August. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Lyon sees 76 mm over 9 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.