Weather Comparison
Milan vs Lyon
Side-by-side weather comparison for April
April Weather: Milan vs Lyon
| Metric | Milan | Lyon | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 17°C (63°F)▲ | 16°C (61°F) | Milan |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 7°C (45°F)▲ | 6°C (43°F) | Milan |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days▲ | 12 days | Milan |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 98 mm | 80 mm▲ | Lyon |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day | 10h/day | Tie |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 12 km/h▲ | 17 km/h | Milan |
Which City is Better in April?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Milan edges ahead as the better destination in April. Milan offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Lyon sees 10 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Milan sits in the comfortable travel range at 17°C. Lyon is also comfortable at 16°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Milan is the stronger choice in April.
Temperature Comparison in April
Milan reaches an average high of 17°C (63°F) and drops to 7°C (45°F) at night during April. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Lyon averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 6°C (43°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 April.
Rainfall Comparison in April
Milan receives approximately 98 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during April. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Lyon sees 80 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Milan the drier option by 1 rain day and 18 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Milan vs Lyon
Packing for Milan in April
Highs of 17°C, lows of 7°C, 11 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
Packing for Lyon in April
Highs of 16°C, lows of 6°C, 12 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 April.
Year-Round Comparison: Milan vs Lyon
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.April is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Milan | Lyon | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 7°C | 7d | 7°C | 13d |
| Feb | 9°C | 7d | 9°C | 10d |
| Mar | 14°C | 8d | 13°C | 11d |
| Apr | 17°C | 11d | 16°C | 12d |
| May | 22°C | 12d | 20°C | 13d |
| Jun | 26°C | 10d | 24°C | 12d |
| Jul | 29°C | 9d | 27°C | 10d |
| Aug | 28°C | 11d | 27°C | 9d |
| Sep | 23°C | 10d | 22°C | 9d |
| Oct | 17°C | 10d | 17°C | 11d |
| Nov | 11°C | 11d | 11°C | 12d |
| Dec | 7°C | 8d | 7°C | 12d |
Milan Weather in April
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