Lyon vs Milan

Lyon and Milan are closely matched in September. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Lyon sits in the comfortable travel range at 22°C. Milan is also comfortable at 23°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Lyon is the stronger choice in September. Milan receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Lyon reaches an average high of 22°C (72°F) and drops to 13°C (55°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Milan averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 14°C (57°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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 September.

Lyon receives approximately 92 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Milan sees 119 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Lyon the drier option by 1 rain day and 27 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.