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 64°F (18°C) in Gion with mainly clear. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 62°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 35%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.
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 about average for October. The forecast high of 74°F is in line with the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Gion today at 9.6/10. 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.
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 12:30 PM, Oct 29 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 68° / 52°
Light drizzle · 45% rain · wind 10 mph
☁️ 61° / 50°
Overcast · 3% rain · wind 4 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
- Layers - the daily swing is 59°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- 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 64°F (18°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 77% and wind is 4 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 12:30 PM.
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 29, 2026 at 12:30 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
