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Villeurbanne, Rhône-Alpes Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Villeurbanne, Rhône-Alpes?
Villeurbanne, Rhône-Alpes gets 863 mm of precipitation a year over about 145 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Villeurbanne, Rhône-Alpes has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 7°C in January to 28°C in July. October is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 2° | 8° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 8° | 17° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 16° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 9° | 17° |
How much rain does Villeurbanne get?
Villeurbanne gets 863 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 145 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 70% of France.
October is the wettest month, with 101 mm. February is the driest, with 47 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 15.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 31 days, to July 9, 2026.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Villeurbanne got 691 mm of rain, against a normal of 863 mm for those months. May 2026 had the most, with 107 mm.
Villeurbanne weather by month
Villeurbanne weather in January
In January, Villeurbanne averages a high of 7°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 21°C (2015) and the record low is -22°C (1971).
Villeurbanne weather in February
In February, Villeurbanne averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 22°C (1990) and the record low is -13°C (1986).
Villeurbanne weather in March
In March, Villeurbanne averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 26°C (1990) and the record low is -11°C (1971).
Villeurbanne weather in April
In April, Villeurbanne averages a high of 17°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 29°C (2024) and the record low is -3°C (1975). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Villeurbanne weather in May
In May, Villeurbanne averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 83 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 34°C (2009) and the record low is 0°C (1976). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Villeurbanne weather in June
In June, Villeurbanne averages a high of 25°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 38°C (2003) and the record low is 4°C (1984). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Villeurbanne weather in July
In July, Villeurbanne averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (1983) and the record low is 7°C (1979).
Villeurbanne weather in August
In August, Villeurbanne averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 71 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 40°C (2003) and the record low is 5°C (1986).
Villeurbanne weather in September
In September, Villeurbanne averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 34°C (2023) and the record low is 2°C (1977). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Villeurbanne weather in October
In October, Villeurbanne averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 31°C (2023) and the record low is -4°C (1997).
Villeurbanne weather in November
In November, Villeurbanne averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 31% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 23°C (1970) and the record low is -8°C (1989).
Villeurbanne weather in December
In December, Villeurbanne averages a high of 7°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 20°C (1989) and the record low is -13°C (1980).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Villeurbanne
July is the sunniest month in Villeurbanne, with estimated sunshine of 59% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest, at 26%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 42% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Villeurbanne is sunnier than 79% of France.
Humidity peaks in December at 87% and is lowest in August at 56%.
Villeurbanne has about 12 days a year above 32°C. Villeurbanne is hotter than 86% of France.
First and last freeze in Villeurbanne
The first fall freeze in Villeurbanne typically comes around November 13, and the last spring freeze around April 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 225 days.
Villeurbanne weather records
These records cover LYON - ST EXUPERY during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Villeurbanne station is 40°C, on August 13, 2003. The coldest is -22°C, on January 6, 1971.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 103 mm of precipitation, on May 10, 2021.
41 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Villeurbanne
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near 1°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 8°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 16°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 9°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1° | 7° | 55 mm | 13 | 82% | 32% | 21° | -22° |
| February | 1° | 8° | 47 mm | 12 | 75% | 41% | 22° | -13° |
| March | 4° | 13° | 54 mm | 12 | 67% | 45% | 26° | -11° |
| April | 7° | 17° | 72 mm | 12 | 62% | 45% | 29° | -3° |
| May | 11° | 21° | 83 mm | 13 | 66% | 41% | 34° | 0° |
| June | 15° | 25° | 71 mm | 11 | 64% | 45% | 38° | 4° |
| July | 17° | 28° | 67 mm | 10 | 57% | 59% | 39° | 7° |
| August | 16° | 27° | 71 mm | 10 | 56% | 56% | 40° | 5° |
| September | 13° | 23° | 87 mm | 11 | 68% | 49% | 34° | 2° |
| October | 9° | 17° | 101 mm | 14 | 77% | 35% | 31° | -4° |
| November | 4° | 11° | 92 mm | 14 | 84% | 31% | 23° | -8° |
| December | 2° | 7° | 63 mm | 15 | 87% | 26% | 20° | -13° |
Station: LYON - ST EXUPERY, 16 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Villeurbanne climate questions
How much rain does Villeurbanne get?
Villeurbanne gets 863 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 145 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Villeurbanne?
October is the wettest month in Villeurbanne, with 101 mm. February is the driest, with 47 mm.
How many rainy days does Villeurbanne have a year?
Villeurbanne has about 145 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 15.
What is the hottest month in Villeurbanne?
July is the warmest month in Villeurbanne, with an average high of 28°C.
What is the coldest month in Villeurbanne?
January is the coldest month in Villeurbanne, with an average low of 1°C.
What is the record high temperature in Villeurbanne?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Villeurbanne station is 40°C, set on August 13, 2003. The record low is -22°C, on January 6, 1971.
What is the sunniest month in Villeurbanne?
July is the sunniest month in Villeurbanne, with estimated sunshine of 59% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. December is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Villeurbanne?
The first fall freeze in Villeurbanne typically comes around November 13. The last spring freeze is around April 2.
What is the best time to visit Villeurbanne?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.