Milan vs Lyon

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Milan edges ahead as the better destination in July. Milan offers 14 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Lyon sees 13 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Milan can feel quite hot at 29°C, so plan for heat. Lyon is also comfortable at 27°C.

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

Milan reaches an average high of 29°C (84°F) and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night during July. The daily temperature range is 11°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Lyon averages 27°C (81°F) for the high and 16°C (61°F) for the low, with a daily range of 11°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in July.

Milan receives approximately 77 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during July. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Lyon sees 76 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Milan the drier option by 1 rain day and 1 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.