Geography of Lyon
Geography of Lyon: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Lyon
Geneva is 70 mi to the north-east, Lake Geneva is 93 mi to the north-east, Mont Blanc is 98 mi to the east and Gran Paradiso National Park is 119 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 45°45′50.4″N 4°50′8.5″E (45.764, 4.8357)
Quick facts about Lyon
Summary
Lyon is a city in France. Lyon is known for Gastronomy and Renaissance old town. It has a population of about 522.000.
Right now it is 65°F (18°C) in Lyon with partly cloudy. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 61°F to 83°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lyon is June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 85°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 34°F.
The closest major airport is Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), about 188 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Geneva, Mont Blanc, Gran Paradiso National Park and Matterhorn.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 83°F is in line with the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Lyon today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Lyon month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 34° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 51° | 38° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 40° | 3,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 64° | 46° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 70° | 53° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 82° | 62° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 84° | 64° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 85° | 64° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 73° | 56° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 65° | 51° | 4,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 52° | 41° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 46° | 36° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lyon?
Lyon is a city in France. Its coordinates are 45.764, 4.8357. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Lyon right now?
It is currently 65°F (18°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 54% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lyon?
June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Lyon, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lyon in?
Lyon observes Europe/Paris (UTC+02:00). The local time is 6:52 AM.
How many people live in Lyon?
Lyon has a population of approximately 522.000.
What is the nearest airport to Lyon?
The closest airports are Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), 188 mi away, Zurich Airport (ZRH), 212 mi away and Paris Orly Airport (ORY), 235 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lyon?
Popular options include Lake Geneva, Mont Blanc, Gran Paradiso National Park, Matterhorn, Matterhorn and Jungfrau.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 6:52 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
