How many cubs does a lion have on average?

After a four-month gestation period, a lioness will sneak away from the pride to give birth to a litter of 2 to 6 cubs. The cubs are about 3 pounds at birth with a yellowish-brown coat and distinct spots or stripes. Cubs remain hidden from the pride for the first four to six weeks while they gain strength. Cubs born in a pride are twice as likely to survive than a lioness on her own. The cubs stay close to their mother for the first few months. They are eventually weaned by the age of six months. Females tend to stay with their mothers longer than males.

Source: PBS