Gion Travel Guide
Gion travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Gion is a district in Kyoto. Gion is a district known for teahouses and geiko districts.
Right now it is 70°F (21°C) in Gion with heavy drizzle. It feels like 75°F. Today runs from 64°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.6/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Gion is September and October. The climate is continental. February, March and June tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 94°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 32°F.
The closest major airport is Kansai International Airport (KIX), about 50 mi away. Nearby highlights include Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Himeji-jo and Shirahama Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 70°F is 3.8°F below the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Gion today at 9.9/10. Visibility is down to 1,5 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. 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.
Map of Gion
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 35°0′13.3″N 135°46′43.7″E (35.0037, 135.7788)
Weather in Gion right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:51 AM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 74° / 56°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 5 mph
🌦️ 70° / 59°
Light showers · 75% rain · wind 5 mph
Quick facts about Gion
Things to do in Gion
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Gion.
Best time to visit Gion
Go in September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, March and June - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, March and June - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Gion
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansai International Airport | KIX | 50 mi | Osaka |
| Tokyo Haneda Airport | HND | 229 mi | Tokyo |
| Narita International Airport | NRT | 265 mi | Japan |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Gion?
Gion is a district in Kyoto. Its coordinates are 35.0037, 135.7788. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Gion right now?
It is currently 70°F (21°C) with heavy drizzle. Humidity is 90% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Gion?
September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Gion, which has a continental climate. February, March and June are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Gion in?
Gion observes Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00). The local time is 2:51 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Gion?
The closest airports are Kansai International Airport (KIX), 50 mi away, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), 229 mi away and Narita International Airport (NRT), 265 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Gion?
Popular options include Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Himeji-jo, Shirahama Beach, Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration and Mount Fuji.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - 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 1, 2026 at 2:51 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
