If we’re getting even more specific, an average lemon tends to be about one-and-a-half inches in diameter. Aiming for average-sized lemons when shopping by sight standardizes this process. That way, every time you pick up a pound, it’s always comprised of the same number of fruit of the same size.

What is the size of a lemon?

Lemons are a member of the citrus family (citrus limon) and is an oval or oblong-shaped bright yellow fruit ranging in size from 2 to 3 inches (5 to 8 cm) with a bulge at the blossom end.

Are lemons big or small?

Limes are small, round, and green, while lemons are usually larger, oval-shaped, and bright yellow. Nutritionally, they’re almost identical and share many of the same potential health benefits. Both fruits are acidic and sour, but lemons tend to be sweeter, while limes have a more bitter flavor.