Best Time to Visit Stonehenge
Best time to visit Stonehenge: May, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Stonehenge
Go in May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Stonehenge month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44° | 35° | 4,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 40° | 4,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 53° | 39° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 42° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 64° | 48° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 69° | 53° | 2,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 74° | 56° | 1,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| August | 71° | 55° | 1,6 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 65° | 52° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 59° | 48° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 51° | 41° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 40° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Stonehenge compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Stonehenge.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites | 0 mi | 52°F | about the same | 37 in |
| Hampshire | 24 mi | 53°F | about the same | 36 in |
| Bath | 27 mi | 52°F | about the same | 39 in |
| Dorset | 37 mi | 53°F | about the same | 48 in |
| Bristol | 38 mi | 53°F | about the same | 42 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 59°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Stonehenge is a tourist attraction in United Kingdom. Stonehenge is a landmark known for a neolithic stone circle.
Right now it is 56°F (13°C) in Stonehenge with mainly clear. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 49°F to 72°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Stonehenge is May, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 35°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 63 mi away. Nearby highlights include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and British Museum.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 72°F is in line with the 71°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Stonehenge today at 9.7/10. 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.
Weather in Stonehenge right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:37 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 72° / 49°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 10 mph
🌦️ 65° / 60°
Drizzle · 54% rain · wind 18 mph
Things to do in Stonehenge
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Stonehenge.
Quick facts about Stonehenge
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°10′44″N 1°49′34.3″W (51.1789, -1.8262) |
| Known for | a neolithic stone circle |
| Local time | 1:37 AM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Stonehenge?
Stonehenge is a tourist attraction in United Kingdom. Its coordinates are 51.1789, -1.8262. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Stonehenge right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 59% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Stonehenge?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Stonehenge, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Stonehenge in?
Stonehenge observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 1:37 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Stonehenge?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 63 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 71 mi away and Dublin Airport (DUB), 243 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Stonehenge?
Popular options include Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London and Snowdonia National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 August 23, 2026 at 1:37 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
