Climate Insights for Villeurbanne
Métropole de Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France (land mass)
Climate Overview
The climate in Villeurbanne is temperate. The average annual temperature is 13°C and approximately 1,021 mm of precipitation falls per year. Villeurbanne receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Villeurbanne is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.The climate in Villeurbanne is temperate. The average annual temperature is 56°F and approximately 40.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Villeurbanne receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Villeurbanne is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 35°F. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Villeurbanne vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 4°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Villeurbanne vary considerably across the year, with a 49°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 35°F and an average of 40°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Villeurbanne is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,021 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 85 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 108 mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 57 mm. That's 51 mm less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 21cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 6cm.Villeurbanne is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 40.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.3 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 4.3 in of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.2 in. That's 2 in less than November, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 8in annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 2in.
Wind
Villeurbanne is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Villeurbanne is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Villeurbanne is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 77 mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 1°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Villeurbanne is during June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 70°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 35°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Villeurbanne based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Villeurbanne based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in inches (in) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.