Geography of London Heathrow Airport
Geography of London Heathrow Airport: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of London Heathrow Airport
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Coordinates: 51°28′12″N 0°27′15.5″W (51.47, -0.4543)
Quick facts about London Heathrow Airport
| Type | Airport |
|---|---|
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°28′12″N 0°27′15.5″W (51.47, -0.4543) |
| IATA code | LHR |
| Local time | 9:06 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
London Heathrow Airport is an airport in London. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 59°F (15°C) in London Heathrow Airport with overcast. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 57°F to 69°F. Chance of precipitation is 35%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit London Heathrow Airport 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 77°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 36°F.
The closest major airport is London Gatwick Airport (LGW), about 25 mi away. Nearby highlights include River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum and Tower of London.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 69°F is 5°F below the 74°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in London Heathrow Airport today at 9.3/10. 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 London Heathrow Airport 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° | 3,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 40° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 40° | 1,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 61° | 44° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 67° | 51° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 73° | 56° | 1,9 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 77° | 59° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 74° | 57° | 1,1 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 68° | 54° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 49° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 52° | 42° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 42° | 2,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is London Heathrow Airport?
London Heathrow Airport is an airport in London. Its coordinates are 51.47, -0.4543. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in London Heathrow Airport right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with overcast. Humidity is 72% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit London Heathrow Airport?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in London Heathrow Airport, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is London Heathrow Airport in?
London Heathrow Airport observes Europe/London (UTC+01:00). The local time is 9:06 PM.
What is the nearest airport to London Heathrow Airport?
The closest airports are London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 25 mi away, Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 216 mi away and Paris Orly Airport (ORY), 227 mi away.
What are the top things to do in London Heathrow Airport?
Popular options include River Thames, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, British Museum, Tower of London, Stonehenge and Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - 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 21, 2026 at 9:06 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
