Weather Comparison
Lyon vs Milan
Side-by-side weather comparison for October
October Weather: Lyon vs Milan
| Metric | Lyon | Milan | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 17°C (63°F) | 17°C (63°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 9°C (48°F) | 10°C (50°F)▲ | Milan |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days | 10 days▲ | Milan |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 99 mm▲ | 127 mm | Lyon |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day | 7h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 10 km/h▲ | Milan |
Which City is Better in October?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Milan edges ahead as the better destination in October. Milan offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Lyon sees 7 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.
Lyon sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Milan is also comfortable at 17°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Milan is the stronger choice in October.
Temperature Comparison in October
Lyon reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during October. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Milan averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°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.
Rainfall Comparison in October
Lyon receives approximately 99 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during October. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Milan sees 127 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Milan the drier option by 1 rain day and 28 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Lyon vs Milan
Packing for Lyon in October
Highs of 17°C, lows of 9°C, 11 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Milan in October
Highs of 17°C, lows of 10°C, 10 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes. These items are useful in either destination during October.
Year-Round Comparison: Lyon vs Milan
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.October is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Lyon | Milan | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 7°C | 13d | 7°C | 7d |
| Feb | 9°C | 10d | 9°C | 7d |
| Mar | 13°C | 11d | 14°C | 8d |
| Apr | 16°C | 12d | 17°C | 11d |
| May | 20°C | 13d | 22°C | 12d |
| Jun | 24°C | 12d | 26°C | 10d |
| Jul | 27°C | 10d | 29°C | 9d |
| Aug | 27°C | 9d | 28°C | 11d |
| Sep | 22°C | 9d | 23°C | 10d |
| Oct | 17°C | 11d | 17°C | 10d |
| Nov | 11°C | 12d | 11°C | 11d |
| Dec | 7°C | 12d | 7°C | 8d |
Lyon Weather in October
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