Milan vs Lyon

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Milan edges ahead as the better destination in December. Milan offers 6 hours of daily sunshine with only 8 rain days, while Lyon sees 5 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Milan is on the cooler side at 7°C, requiring warmer clothing. Lyon is cooler at 7°C.

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

Milan reaches an average high of 7°C (45°F) and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Lyon averages 7°C (45°F) for the high and 1°C (34°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°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 December.

Milan receives approximately 74 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Lyon sees 72 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Milan the drier option by 4 rain days and 2 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.