Geography of Stonehenge
Geography of Stonehenge: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Stonehenge
Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites is 0 mi to the north, Hampshire is 24 mi to the east, Bath is 27 mi to the north-west and Dorset is 37 mi to the south-west.
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Coordinates: 51°10′44″N 1°49′34.3″W (51.1789, -1.8262)
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 | 1:55 AM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | May, June, July and August |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Stonehenge is a tourist attraction in United Kingdom. Stonehenge is a landmark known for a neolithic stone circle.
Right now it is 60°F (15°C) in Stonehenge with overcast. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 46°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.1/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
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 October. The forecast high of 60°F is in line with the 59°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 Stonehenge today at 7.5/10. Gusts to 47 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 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 | 73° | 56° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 64° | 51° | 3,3 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).
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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 60°F (15°C) with overcast. Humidity is 87% and wind is 25 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+00:00). The local time is 1:55 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 1:55 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
