Milan vs Lyon

Milan and Lyon 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.

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

Milan reaches an average high of 23°C (73°F) and drops to 14°C (57°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Lyon averages 22°C (72°F) for the high and 13°C (55°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.

Milan receives approximately 119 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Lyon sees 92 mm over 9 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%.