Geography of Luxembourg
Geography of Luxembourg: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Luxembourg
Rhine River is 67 mi to the north-east, Frankfurt Airport is 112 mi to the east, Belgium is 116 mi to the north-west and Brussels is 116 mi to the north-west.
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Coordinates: 49°36′41.8″N 6°7′54.8″E (49.6116, 6.1319)
Quick facts about Luxembourg
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 49°36′41.8″N 6°7′54.8″E (49.6116, 6.1319) |
| Capital | Luxembourg City |
| Population | 660.000 |
| Area | 998 sq mi |
| ISO code | LU |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | LUX |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Luxembourgish, French, German |
| Calling code | +352 |
| Time zone | Europe/Luxembourg |
| Local time | 7:56 AM (UTC+02:00) |
| Best months | June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Luxembourg is a country in Europe. Luxembourg is a country in Europe with its capital at Luxembourg City. It has a population of about 660.000. The capital is Luxembourg City.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Luxembourg with partly cloudy. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 55°F to 71°F. Chance of precipitation is 14%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Luxembourg is June, July, August and September. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 77°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 31°F.
The closest major airport is Frankfurt Airport (FRA), about 112 mi away. Nearby highlights include Rhine River, Hoge Veluwe National Park, Seine River and Louvre Museum.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 71°F is 12.6°F above the 59°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Luxembourg today at 9.7/10. 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 Luxembourg 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 | 40° | 31° | 4,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 46° | 36° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 37° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 59° | 41° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 65° | 49° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 74° | 56° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 76° | 58° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 77° | 58° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 67° | 52° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 59° | 47° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 47° | 38° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 36° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Luxembourg?
Luxembourg is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 49.6116, 6.1319. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Luxembourg right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 81% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Luxembourg?
June, July, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Luxembourg, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Luxembourg in?
Luxembourg observes Europe/Luxembourg (UTC+02:00). The local time is 7:56 AM.
How many people live in Luxembourg?
Luxembourg has a population of approximately 660.000.
What is the nearest airport to Luxembourg?
The closest airports are Frankfurt Airport (FRA), 112 mi away, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 167 mi away and Paris Orly Airport (ORY), 181 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Luxembourg?
Popular options include Rhine River, Hoge Veluwe National Park, Seine River, Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Palace and Park of Versailles.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - 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 October 4, 2026 at 7:56 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
