Lyon Population (2026)
Population of Lyon with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Lyon
Lyon ranks #3 by population among 4 comparable places in this atlas.
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 73°F (23°C) in Lyon with overcast. It feels like 71°F. Today runs from 66°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 82%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.8/10 - good conditions.
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 slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 91°F is 5.4°F above the 85°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Lyon today at 9.8/10. Gusts to 40 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 45°45′50.4″N 4°50′8.5″E (45.764, 4.8357)
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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 73°F (23°C) with overcast. Humidity is 41% and wind is 3 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 1:31 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. |
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| 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 24, 2026 at 1:31 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
