Geography of Camden
Geography of Camden: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Camden
British Museum is 2 mi to the south-east, Soho is 2 mi to the south, River Thames is 2 mi to the south and Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament is 3 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 51°32′20.4″N 0°8′33.4″W (51.539, -0.1426)
Quick facts about Camden
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°32′20.4″N 0°8′33.4″W (51.539, -0.1426) |
| Known for | the market and music venues |
| Local time | 6:01 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Camden is a district in London. Camden is a district known for the market and music venues.
Right now it is 63°F (17°C) in Camden with mainly clear. It feels like 61°F. Today runs from 60°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Camden 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 76°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 14 mi away. Nearby highlights include British Museum, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament and Tower of London.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. 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 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Camden today at 10/10. 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.
Climate in Camden 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 | 45° | 36° | 3,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 40° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 41° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 61° | 44° | 1,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 51° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 73° | 56° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 76° | 59° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 74° | 57° | 0,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 68° | 54° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 49° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 51° | 42° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 41° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Camden?
Camden is a district in London. Its coordinates are 51.539, -0.1426. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Camden right now?
It is currently 63°F (17°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 65% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Camden?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Camden, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Camden in?
Camden observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:01 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Camden?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 14 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 27 mi away and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 211 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Camden?
Popular options include British Museum, River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, Tower of London, Stonehenge and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
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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 August 23, 2026 at 6:01 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
