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 65°F (18°C) in Lyon with overcast. It feels like 68°F. Today runs from 61°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lyon 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 86°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 October. The forecast high of 72°F is 6.7°F above the 65°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing 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.
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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 65°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lyon?
June, July, August and September 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 11:30 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, Jungfrau and Jungfraujoch.
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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 October 3, 2026 at 11:30 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
