Paris vs Lyon

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Lyon edges ahead as the better destination in March. Lyon offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Paris sees 7 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Paris is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Lyon is cooler at 13°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in March. Lyon receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Paris reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Lyon averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 3°C (37°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°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 March.

Paris receives approximately 51 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Lyon sees 59 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.