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 | 2:00 AM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July, August and September |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
London Heathrow Airport is an airport in London. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in London Heathrow Airport with overcast. It feels like 55°F. Today runs from 48°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.5/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit London Heathrow Airport is May, June, July, August and September. 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 about average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 60°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. fishing is the strongest bet in London Heathrow Airport today at 8.2/10. Gusts to 37 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
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 | 76° | 58° | 1,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 67° | 54° | 2,5 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 61°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 81% and wind is 19 mph.
When is the best time to visit London Heathrow Airport?
May, June, July, August and September 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+00:00). The local time is 2:00 AM.
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 October 27, 2026 at 2:00 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
