Geography of Soho
Geography of Soho: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Soho
British Museum is 0 mi to the north-east, River Thames is 1 mi to the south-east, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament is 1 mi to the south-east and Westminster is 1 mi to the south.
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Coordinates: 51°30′49.3″N 0°8′2.8″W (51.5137, -0.1341)
Quick facts about Soho
| Type | District |
|---|---|
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 51°30′49.3″N 0°8′2.8″W (51.5137, -0.1341) |
| Known for | theatreland and nightlife |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Soho is a district in London. Soho is a district known for theatreland and nightlife.
The best time to visit Soho 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.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Soho 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° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 50° | 41° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 54° | 41° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 61° | 45° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 68° | 51° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 73° | 56° | 2,0 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 76° | 60° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 74° | 58° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
| September | 69° | 54° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 61° | 49° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 52° | 43° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 49° | 42° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Soho?
Soho is a district in London. Its coordinates are 51.5137, -0.1341. It lies in Europe.
When is the best time to visit Soho?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Soho, which has a temperate climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What is the nearest airport to Soho?
The closest airports are London Heathrow Airport (LHR), 14 mi away, London Gatwick Airport (LGW), 25 mi away and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Soho?
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 UTC. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
